Kyoto
Day 12 of 20
Monday, February 9, 2026
Today's Stay
The Gate Hotel TakasegawaKey Activity
Kyoto East Side & Izakaya Night
Today's Activities
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Early MorningThousands of vermillion torii gates winding up the mountain
Tip: Cold but magical in snow! Bundle up and take the morning train
Nishiki Market
Late MorningExplore 'Kyoto's Kitchen' and keep lunch simple with a few shared stalls
Tip: Perfect indoor activity! Warm up with street food and hot tea
Kiyomizu-dera + Gion Walk
AfternoonDo one temple block in Higashiyama, then walk downhill into Gion at golden hour
Tip: Keep this as one connected route to avoid too much backtracking
Pontocho Izakaya Dinner
EveningPick one alley and settle in: yakitori, oden, or small-plate kappo near Pontocho/Kiyamachi
Tip: Good options: Pontocho, Kiyamachi-dori, or Sanjo side streets for compact izakaya clusters
Trip Progress 12 / 20 days