Kyoto, Japan - 4 days in.

Day 1

100

This famous Kyoto temple is covered in gold leaf.

Kinkaku-ji / the Golden Pavilion

200

This temple is famous for its large wooden stage built without nails.
 

Kiyomizu-dera

300

The original Golden Pavilion burned down this year.

1950

400

This temple reflects in a surrounding pond and represents wealth and elegance in traditional Japanese design.
 

Kinkaku-ji/golden pavilion

Day 2

100

This bamboo forest is one of Kyoto’s most peaceful attractions.

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

200

This bridge crosses the Katsura River in Arashiyama.
 

Togetsukyo Bridge

300

During this season, cherry blossoms make Kyoto especially beautiful.

Spring

400

The sound of the bamboo moving in the wind is often described as this type of feeling.

Calm / Peaceful / Serene

Day 3

100

This historic district is famous for wooden houses and tea houses.

Gion

200

These highly trained female entertainers are sometimes seen in Gion.
 

Geisha

300

Tea ceremonies symbolize harmony, respect, and this quality.
 

Mindfulness

400

Visitors often rent and wear this traditional Japanese clothing.
 

Kimono

Day 4

100

Matcha is a powdered form of this type of tea.
 

Green Tea

200

This popular Japanese dish includes rice and raw fish.
 

Sushi

300

Kyoto is unique because it balances ancient tradition with this opposite idea.

Modern life / Modern culture

400

Kyoto was Japan’s capital for over this many years.

1,000 years