West Japan: A Practical 7 Day Travel Guide for Kansai Area -Day 2 - North Kyoto

Day 2 - North Kyoto

Greeted by clearer skies, we explored Nijo Castle to visit the UNESCO heritage site.

Next we took an hours ride to Kurama for our first onsen (outdoor bath) experience! 

In the evening, we explored the Gion area and ended up having dinner there.

Here's the rest of the trip and pictures for each day!

Day 1 - West Kyoto - Arashiyama and the Golden Pavilion

Day 2 - North Kyoto - Nijo Castle, Kurama Onsen and Gion Nightlife

Day 3 - East and Southern Kyoto - Shijo Shopping, Inari Temple and Kyoto Tower

Day 4 - Check in Osaka and Day Trip to Nara Temples

Day 5 - Central Osaka - Osaka Castle, Kuromon, Osaka Aquarium and Uemeda

Day 6 - Universal Studios Osaka

Day 7 - Free and Easy or Shopping