[Kyoto ]7 nearby sightseeing spots to visit with Nijo Castle and the Kyoto Imperial Palace

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てぃんがーら🌠(@tingara2020)がシェアした投稿

Completed by Tokugawa Iemitsu, Nijo Castle served as the headquarters of the Tokugawa Shogunate. Nijo Castle, which played an active role in the Tokugawa Shogunate until the end of the Meiji Restoration, is open to everyone for sightseeing.
The gorgeous architecture and inner buildings are a sight to behold. The ceiling paintings in the Ninomaru Palace, a national treasure, are a must-see! Be sure to take a look at the golden interior.
In the spring, there are many cherry trees in bloom and the place is famous for its cherry blossoms. The gardens are also magnificent, each with its own theme.

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ふーみん0401(@fumi_0401)がシェアした投稿

It is a somewhat formal-looking place, but there are periods of time when you can see Nijo Castle from a different angle, such as in the art aquarium and in the lighting up of the castle, using the latest technology of projection mapping.

"Facility Information "
Name of facility: Nijo Castle, Gen-rikyu Nijo Castle (Torikyu Nijo Castle)
Address: 〒604-8301 541 Nijojojo-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Phone number: 075-841-0096
Hours of operation: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Price: 1,030yen for adults / 350yen for high school and middle school students / 200yen for elementary school students
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: Visitors can see inside Nijo Castle, which served as the home of the Tokugawa Shogunate.
URL： https://nijo-jocastle.city.kyoto.lg.jp/

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まっさん(@jwylove)がシェアした投稿

It takes about 30 minutes to reach the Kyoto Imperial Palace from Nijo Castle on foot.
It was the residence of the emperor from 1331 to 1869, where he conducted ceremonies and official business.
It is currently managed by the Kyoto Office of the Imperial Household Agency and is open to the public. Visitors can easily enter without a reservation, but there is a luggage check upon entering. Guided tours are also available, which can also be requested without a reservation, but check the schedule as times are set. There are different times in Japanese, English, and Chinese.

Anyway, it is spacious!

It has an area of 650,000 square meters, and the Goshoyoro is very magnificent. The actual garden of Goshogoden, where people actually lived, is a magnificent Japanese garden. There are many attractions such as the Mother and Child Forest and the Bird Bath where wild birds gather. It takes hours just to go around the Kyoto Imperial Palace, so you can have lunch at the rest area. There is also a souvenir shop where you can buy souvenirs.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho)
Address: 3 Kyoto Gyoen, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-0881, Japan
Phone number: 075-211-1215
Hours: (April-August) 9:00-17:00 (September and March) 9:00-16:30 (October-February) 9:00-16:00
Closed: Mondays, Year-end and New Year holidays
Budget: Free
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: Free and open to the public in the place where the emperor lived and conducted his ceremonies and official duties from 1331 to 1869.
URL： https://sankan.kunaicho.go.jp/guide/kyoto.html

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本岡佳祐（もっちゃん）(@motsuchiyan31)がシェアした投稿

Gokin Shrine is the only shrine in the country with a money god.
It is said that just passing through the golden torii gate will make you rich. The sacred ginkgo tree is a very lucky ginkgo tree that is over 200 years old. Even if you take some of the fallen leaves home with you, it is likely to bring you good luck!
Make a wish on a ginkgo-shaped ema (votive tablet). Most people write things like "I wish to win the lottery" or "I wish to make money in the stock market," so it is recommended that you write what you think nakedly here.

Good luck goods related to money

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MAMI(@arupesso5)がシェアした投稿

It is a wonder that people want lucky goods if they are from this shrine. The lucky wrapping charm is said to increase your money if you put a bank book or money inside. Since the seal is stamped by hand, there are not many of these rare goods available. There are also good luck charms that can be carried around in wallets and cute gingko leaf charms.
Among them, the Gokin-mikuji has a great big fortune on top of the big fortune. Inside the omikuji is a small amulet in the shape of a gold lucky charm, so keep it in your wallet.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Mikane Shrine
Address: 〒604-0042 614 Oshidoin-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Phone number: 075-222-2062
Hours of operation: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: This is the only shrine in Japan with a money god. Please write your wishes on an ema (votive tablet) made of gingko, which is also a sacred tree.
URL： https://mikane-jinja.or.jp/

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Cool_Jp_Ryo(@football.lover.ryo.119)がシェアした投稿

Nishi Honganji Temple, popularly known as Onishi-san, is a valuable temple, most of which are national treasures or important cultural properties.
The gleaming Karamon Gate, a national treasure, is so intricately constructed that it is said that visitors will never get tired of looking at it. There is also a counterpart temple, Higashi Hongwanji, located a little farther away from Nishi Hongwanji.

Admire the beauty of Karamon Gate

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浄土真宗本願寺派（西本願寺）公式インスタグラム(@nishi.hongwanji)がシェアした投稿

It is good to enjoy only what you can see with the naked eye, but we recommend bringing binoculars to see more. If you don't have binoculars, you can take a picture with your smartphone and enlarge it.
The decoration is truly magnificent down to the smallest detail, and I urge you to take the time to appreciate it.
The Mikageido is also larger than the main hall, indicating that it is a typical Shinshu building. The corridors are also wider than the main hall, and visitors are invited to look around at these rarely seen structures.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Nishi Honganji Temple
Address: Hanayacho-sagaru, Horikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8501, Japan
Phone number: 075-371-5181
Hours of operation: 5:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: Nishi Hongwanji Temple is a temple that is familiarly called Onishi-san by the locals. The temple has many national treasures and important cultural assets.
URL： https://www.hongwanji.kyoto/

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ひろみ(Hiromi)(@masiro_note)がシェアした投稿

This is one of the largest railroad museums in Japan, popular with children and adults of all ages, where visitors can see, touch, and experience trains. The museum houses 53 full-size rolling stock, some of which actually move and some of which you can even go up to the driver's seat, both indoors and outdoors, allowing you to see, touch, and actually experience them.
The outdoor fan-shaped garage houses 20 SL cars and is overwhelmingly large in scale, reminiscent of the locomotive depot in Thomas the Locomotive.

Steam locomotives are also in service!

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Michikaz(@hm1059_02)がシェアした投稿

Have you ever seen a locomotive actually running? SLs, which are rare nowadays, are still running at the Kyoto Railway Museum. You can also see the engine of the locomotive, and enjoy a diorama, driving experience, and everything else you can think of. From the observation deck, you can see a real Shinkansen bullet train running, which is very exciting for children.

"Facility Information "
Name: Kyoto Railway Museum
Address: Kankiji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 600-8835
Phone number: 075-323-7334
Hours of operation: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed: Wednesday
Budget: Adults 1,200 yen / College and high school students 1,000 yen
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: One of the largest railroad museums in Japan, with 53 real rolling stock, actual locomotives and various hands-on activities.
URL： https://www.kyotorailwaymuseum.jp/

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みっちゅん*神戸ランチ♡グルメ♡おでかけ♡(@miiichunnnnnkobe)がシェアした投稿

Located just a short distance from the Railway Museum, the Kyoto Aquarium has more and more to offer with the renewal of Jellyfish Wonder in 2020.
The aquarium is close to the creatures, with 5,000 jellyfish of about 20 species and a large tank where visitors can watch fish swimming around and feed them.

The most impressive dolphin performance

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You can see an overwhelming dolphin show in the 180-degree panoramic stadium. In the background of the dolphin show, you can see Toji Temple and enjoy the atmosphere typical of Kyoto.
The aquarium also offers a night aquarium for a limited time, where visitors can see fish in a fantastic atmosphere. Soy milk soft drinks and other goods are also available, both of which are popular.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Kyoto Aquarium
Address: 35-1, Kankiji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8835, Japan
Phone number: 075-354-3130
Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 9:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Budget: Adults 2,200 yen / High school students 1,700 yen / Elementary and junior high school students 1,100 yen / Three years and older 700 yen / Three years and younger free
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: Located right next to the Kyoto Railway Museum, Jellyfish Wonder is a newly renovated aquarium in 2020, where visitors can interact with water-dwelling creatures.
URL： https://www.kyoto-aquarium.com/index.html

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nanaco🌍旅するパティシエ(@naacookie)がシェアした投稿

At the Kyoto Confectionery Museum, visitors can experience authentic matcha green tea and eat wagashi made that day.
You can also try your hand at making Japanese sweets, which has become a popular tourist activity. If you wish to try your hand at making Japanese sweets, please make a reservation at least 14 days in advance.
Visitors can also learn about the history of wagashi, and the museum allows visitors to learn more about wagashi by touching and eating them.

Everything about Japanese sweets is lovely!

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kuma(@tgmask_und_4846)がシェアした投稿

Each wagashi is handmade one by one, and they all look lovely.
It is a good idea to think about what kind of wagashi you want to make and what shape you want it to have. There are many different colors, and you can create so many different shapes that there is nothing that cannot be reproduced in wagashi.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Kyo-ga-shiryokan (Kyoto Confectionery Museum)
Address: 331-2 Yanagizuko-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-0021, Japan
Phone number: 075-432-3101
Hours of operation: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed: Wednesday and Thursday
I give the calculation：The use of the tea table without material in the museum 700 yen
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space & Facilities: A Japanese confectionery museum has been established in Kyoto, a world leader in the Japanese confectionery industry. Visitors can experience matcha green tea and wagashi making.
URL: https://kyogashi.co.jp/#gsc.tab=0