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3 Days in Kyoto, Japan

Words by Sarah Solis

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We often spent mornings exploring the sights and then would meander over to a nearby coffee shop in the neighborhood. We found that most places would not open until 10 or 11 am, which was challenging when looking for a local coffee shop. Even Starbucks does not open until 10! We tried to plan our days so we could hop into these cafes and found they were a great way to rest our feet. Kyoto is a vibrant city and there is plenty to see — you’ll find these small cafes tucked in the most unassuming places. One thing to remember for the cafes in Kyoto is that, even though Japan may be modern, it is still primarily a cash-only destination. Be sure to bring cash for the coffee shops and tipping is not expected.

6 BEST HOTELS IN KYOTO

  1. The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto, for the best downtown
  2. Kyoto hotel
  3. The Junei Hotel Kyoto Imperial Palace West, for the best central 
Kyoto hotel
  4. Four Seasons Kyoto, for the best Southern Higashiyama hotel
  5. Ryokan Inn Yoshida-sanso, for the best Northern Higashiyama hotel
  6. Hotel Kanra, for the best Kyoto Station hotel
  7. Suiran, for the best Arashiyama hotel

7 ESSENTIAL Coffee SHOPS in Kyoto

  1. Weekenders Coffee
  2. %Arabica ArashiyamaWife & Husband
  3. Drip & Drop Coffee Supply
  4. Len Hostel & CafeCafe Bibliotic Hello!
  5. Cafe Bibliotic Hello!

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