Exploring Kyoto (Part 3) -- our last day

We didn't want our last adventure day to be just a travel day back to Tokyo. So, with the much-appreciated help of our friend, Mr. Kanai, who have come all the way from Nishinomiya to our hotel in Honmachi, we went back to Kyoto and have a glimpse of the other important and must-see tourist attractions there.

First we headed to Kiyomizu-dera (Temple of Clear Water) and spent our entire morning there. Uphill, we had a view of the central Kyoto where the landmamrk Kyoto Tower was clearly in sight.

Then, we traversed the narrow roads passing by old houses, mostly selling some souvenirs and teacups/teapots, until we reached Kodai-ji. We continued on walking till we reached the Maruyama-koen, which seemingly resembles Ueno Koen. Its main attraction is the weeping cherry tree. Why weeping? Pardon me for I couldn't exactly remember the reason why. Then we went to Chion-in but just on a short stop. We also passed by the Yasaka-jinja before we headed back to Kyoto station.

And oh, Mr. Kanai treated us to an authentic Jap resto where we had a sumptuous lunch of tempura. ;)

And so, our vacation is over, though we didn't want it to end. It is so nice to explore these places. Maybe, next time around. ;)

In the meantime, enjoy our photos:






Eastern Kyoto
January 4th, 2007