Kyoto Travel Guide - The Best Things to Do in Kyoto for First-timers

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    00:00 - Intro
    01:27 - The best time to visit Kyoto
    01:54 - How many days do you need in Kyoto
    02:11 - Transportation
    02:42 - Overview of Kyoto
    03:51 - Explore the streets of Gion
    05:15 - Nishiki Market
    06:49 - Temples of Kyoto
    08:17 - Pontocho
    10:01 - Arashiyama
    13:24 - Kinkakuji - The Golden Pavilion
    14:23 - Fushimi Inari
    16:20 - Outtro
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Komentáře • 305

  • @Kyle005055
    @Kyle005055 Před 3 lety +915

    I cannot STRESS this enough for those planning a Japan trip with plans to stay/go to Kyoto. All of the iconic temples and places Allan put here WILL be SUPER CROWDED if you go during a normal time like 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM. So if you want to have the temples and locations more to yourself, do your self the favor and GET up early af every morning when doing iconic Kyoto attractions. The crowds in Kyoto are not to be under estimated and they will kind of drain you as you traverse the beautiful city that Kyoto is. Kyoto's public transport wasn't designed with the mass groups of tourists it gets in mind like Tokyo's super dense city a large public transport was built up over the years. Kyoto just became a hot spot in the past 10-15 years so the rapid public transport to fit hundreds of people into trains can be lacking in some areas. The buses can have large crowds to just get on the bus, I saw this when there last December. Kyoto is a beautiful city and is a must stop on anyone's Japan trip but is also VERY crowded all the time. So when you do go to Kyoto I stress that getting up early (like 5-7AM) is the best and most fun way to see Kyoto.

    • @topkoreatour
      @topkoreatour Před 3 lety +26

      Come to 🇰🇷 Korea, Korea is usually quite, not crowded at all.

    • @ryanburns5295
      @ryanburns5295 Před 2 lety +8

      5am!? Nah you're alright

    • @ArtofComics
      @ArtofComics Před 2 lety +19

      That’s early player. My wife can’t hang with that

    • @ew2645
      @ew2645 Před 2 lety +1

      Very good to know.

    • @ngocvo9058
      @ngocvo9058 Před 2 lety +6

      Thank you!!!!! I'm visiting Kyoto in a few weeks, definitely will keep this in mind

  • @christinablum408
    @christinablum408 Před rokem +43

    As someone who's watched 100 videos while planning a trip to Japan, this one was so beautiful and concise. Thank you 🙏🏽💕

    • @AlitaMee
      @AlitaMee Před 8 měsíci

      I agree. Beautifully shot clearly explained

    • @imranrefai4045
      @imranrefai4045 Před měsícem

      I concur . Every travel video should be like this

  • @nihilo3488
    @nihilo3488 Před 2 lety +15

    Thank you so much for your amazing content Allan. This is far and away my favorite travel channel on CZcams, and your videos are so informative and helpful. I’m planning a trip to Japan for me and my friends, and your videos are what inspired me to be so determined to visit Japan, so again thank you!

  • @melocoton7
    @melocoton7 Před rokem +15

    I’m obsessively watching YT videos in preparation of our Japan trip and this is the best one I’ve found so far. Thank you!!💕

  • @Schilddruse
    @Schilddruse Před 3 lety +55

    This video is amazing! It's one of the very few that actually deserve to be called a guide. Very informative! I wish I had seen this before I went there last year and found a lot of that for myself. If I had known these things earlier my trip would have been much less messy and I might have been able to see more of this beautiful city.

  • @kate-ne
    @kate-ne Před 3 lety +119

    I've always wanted to visit Kyoto more than anywhere else in Japan, ever since I read 'A Year in Japan' by Kate Williamson. It's a book of incredibly beautiful watercolors of the city and culture. I highly recommend it 🧡

    • @nocopyrightmusic8385
      @nocopyrightmusic8385 Před 3 lety

      Yes, the guys there are nice and the city is clean. Welcome to my channel czcams.com/video/5vEH-Un5DPU/video.html

    • @rachelbaziak4159
      @rachelbaziak4159 Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you, I will!

  • @tjyang1111
    @tjyang1111 Před 3 lety +3

    Your video really brings back the memory of me and wife when we visited Japan, through your video I felt the connection between your vlog and our trip, we hope one day when the pandemic is over we’ll visit again to explore places that we missed. Thanks Allan.

  • @PrincessofNusa
    @PrincessofNusa Před 3 lety +14

    I miss Japan ! Kyoto especially.. All food there are so fresh and i never bored on having sushi/sashimi every single day !

    • @gclive5430
      @gclive5430 Před 3 lety

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  • @emilydavidson7312
    @emilydavidson7312 Před 3 lety +37

    Your videos are gorgeous Allan! God I want to go travel soooo bad! At least for now I get to enjoy your cinematography.

    • @medinux11
      @medinux11 Před 3 lety

      Same in my mind its just wow wow wow wow 🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @akfasso
    @akfasso Před 3 lety +25

    Love how informative your videos are. Beautifully shot, as well! Thanks for this.

  • @rachelyy
    @rachelyy Před rokem +3

    Thank you so much for a truly informative, concise and well-filmed video. This has to be one of the best travel guide videos for my research thus far!

  • @leburtakanno9534
    @leburtakanno9534 Před rokem +7

    Good job, Allan! Headed to Kyoto next month, and have felt a bit overwhelmed. This is a wonderful orientation to the city, and very helpful.

  • @lakshanarughn
    @lakshanarughn Před 3 lety +37

    I cannot thank you enough for all your amazing videos, with mind-blowing photos! You have a great talent and the way you cover everything, from planning to visiting, the pros and cons, the budget/funds to allocate, and so on, it's very commendable! You have given me the determination to forget about my apprehension and visit my favourite countries. Hopefully, soon enough, I'll be able to tick off all the places on my bucket list. Meanwhile, I'll just binge watch your videos and dream of lands far far away from where I am.
    P.S. If you could visit Scotland, especially the Isle of Skye, and cover everything that's important to note, I'd be very grateful. Thanks! Keep up the excellent work!

    • @AllanSu
      @AllanSu  Před 3 lety +2

      Scotland is on the list

    • @lakshanarughn
      @lakshanarughn Před 3 lety

      @@AllanSu That's great news! I'll eagerly wait for your video/s!

  • @calipsobanks598
    @calipsobanks598 Před 3 lety +2

    Honestly one of the best in general travel guide videos I have ever watched!!!! Bravo 👏🏻 t

  • @foreverpoppet
    @foreverpoppet Před 3 lety +8

    Lovely cinematography and recommendations!

  • @shakenbacon-vm4eu
    @shakenbacon-vm4eu Před 7 měsíci +1

    We are just about beginning the mid point of our Kyoto trip. Thank you so much for the wonderful preview!! The city is so overwhelming, awesome to get insider tips.

  • @ibrahija
    @ibrahija Před rokem +1

    Best video ever. I’m currently on the train to Kyoto for the first time. I know what I want to see first!

  • @HannahSexyShoes
    @HannahSexyShoes Před 3 lety +4

    Thank you for making this beautiful video. I've been fascinated by Japan since I was little but haven't been - YET! My husband and I are a little bit nervous about visiting Japan because it's a world away from anything we've ever experienced and the language alone is going to be a challenge but this video will really help.

  • @totoro7318
    @totoro7318 Před 2 lety +2

    This is my first of your videos. I am now subscribed because your videos are amazing. The information, the stunning photographs and the subtle and complimentary music was stellar. We are heading to Kyoto Nov 12-18 for the first time. Now even more excited.

  • @Jsmith1611
    @Jsmith1611 Před 7 měsíci

    I've been to Kyoto 4 times. This list is the chef's kiss.

  • @flake8382
    @flake8382 Před 6 dny

    Dude music is out of this world! Nice atmosphere setting, a very well thought out video, most impressive.

  • @shawnlam2448
    @shawnlam2448 Před rokem

    Thank you so much for your video. It's really helpful for the first-timers. Also, your video style is so professional that it felt like a documentary, with beautiful bgm and composing.

  • @chananyameepian7136
    @chananyameepian7136 Před 5 měsíci

    This is exactly the type of travel guide I was looking for. Thank you so much for making this!

  • @christarry4296
    @christarry4296 Před 2 lety +1

    This is a great video as an introduction. So well planned and easy to follow. Really helpful - so after watching it we subscribed to the channel.

  • @ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293

    You did a fantastic job with this video. Thank you so much.

  • @user-if5gt3dy1o
    @user-if5gt3dy1o Před rokem

    Wow your vids are HIGH QUALITY. It’s helping me plan things out

  • @morkoan70
    @morkoan70 Před rokem +1

    Top quality video. Beautifully made. And not made by a crazed extrovert. He is a calm clear presenter.

  • @_jls__01
    @_jls__01 Před rokem +1

    Your videos are incredible and very helpful! Thank you for the efforts! ❤️

  • @GlacticSoul
    @GlacticSoul Před 3 lety +1

    This vlog is so pretty and informative thank you!!💜

  • @MultiTrinket
    @MultiTrinket Před 3 lety +3

    You deserve so many more followers. I’ve enjoyed binge watching your videos

    • @AllanSu
      @AllanSu  Před 3 lety

      Thank you for watching!

  • @Stephanie-Gillespie
    @Stephanie-Gillespie Před 3 lety +2

    You make such beautiful and informative vlogs Allan! Thank you for sharing all your tips 😃

  • @AgataNicole
    @AgataNicole Před 6 měsíci

    Factual and informative video! What a breath of fresh air, thank you! ❤

  • @lisabethklein
    @lisabethklein Před 3 lety +6

    You captured the spirit of kyoto with your beautiful cinematography. I was there last year, and I cannot wait to go back. I have to say, I love your photo style. I have a Sony mirrorless camera as well, and I love taking videos. I'm hoping to get a gimbal in the near future for my travels. Though I'm sure the editing has alot to do with the final look. I'd love to see your photo/video process!

  • @Utaussh
    @Utaussh Před rokem

    thank you for such an informative guide to Kyoto, short but clear!

  • @yamyam2987
    @yamyam2987 Před 3 lety +2

    My family's hometown and the place where I grew up (or spent the early years of my childhood) is in Kyoto. Thanks for providing necessary info's for those who want to visit the city.

  • @j-p112
    @j-p112 Před 3 lety +2

    I'm a big fan of your videos Allan. Your work is amazing, thank you for sharing!

    • @AllanSu
      @AllanSu  Před 3 lety +1

      Many thanks! Appreciate the support

  • @RyanDobes
    @RyanDobes Před 3 lety +5

    Great video as always Allan! A friend and I are planning to go to Japan in a couple years and Kyoto is high on our list.

  • @AnSEpisodes
    @AnSEpisodes Před 3 lety +14

    This is a really great guide of Kyoto Allan! you really made us want to go back to Kyoto again, love every shots and yes we should visit Nishiki Market next time, remind us of the Shinsaibashisuji in Osaka, and ohhh that matcha shave ice, looks super refreshing! love the leaves color, so beautiful. Pontocho, ok noted! your reaction on Kobe beef says it all, we need to try, we're foodies and love to eat and explore local foods! seems like we need to spend at least 3 days in Kyoto next time since we have kids which usually need more times amount to explore haha. thanks for all this info!

  • @senorita_gita
    @senorita_gita Před 2 lety

    LOVE this helpful travel vlog 👏🏼

  • @victoriamleitner274
    @victoriamleitner274 Před 10 měsíci

    Thank you so much for making this video. Extremely beautiful and helpful, will keep it in my favourites forever. Can´t wait to visit Kyoto and see all this for myself 🖤🏯⛩🌿

  • @galzaguri635
    @galzaguri635 Před 10 měsíci

    By far the best guide I saw !!

  • @btadeus
    @btadeus Před 3 lety +21

    I rarely comment on youtube videos. Maybe once every two years. This is the quality content that I look for but never find. Thank you!
    Edit: subscribed, and forwarded to a few others.

  • @AmazingSabah
    @AmazingSabah Před 3 lety +1

    love it! absolutely love it! just in time for us planning our next japan visit to Kyoto!

  • @feelingjapan7705
    @feelingjapan7705 Před 3 lety +2

    The image is as beautiful as a movie. It is easy to understand with the explanation of the map. It's a very good video😁👍👍👍

  • @mechifus.arteymeditaciones

    So enjoyable! Thank you very much :D Kyoto is the place I want to go the most Greetings from Argentina

  • @heinzweixelbraun682
    @heinzweixelbraun682 Před 2 lety +1

    Just beautiful.

  • @hashtag_thisguy
    @hashtag_thisguy Před 5 měsíci

    I'm going in March, I feel in love with the place already. So pretty.

  • @phatasticmeemo
    @phatasticmeemo Před rokem +1

    Sounds like the perfect place for me to visit. I always travel light, enjoy just looking at architecture, always up at 6am on all my vacations so pretty sure I’ll avoid the crowds, eat all day, love smaller cities and am content with doing nothing ❤

  • @TravellerYT
    @TravellerYT Před 3 lety +4

    Kyoto is one of the places on our list to visit after the Pandemic. Thanks for this video. Greetings from Copenhagen, Denmark - Maxi and Maro :-D

  • @marthasaphira1636
    @marthasaphira1636 Před 4 měsíci

    Your video is so beautiful and helpful to understand the kyoto area, thank youu ✨

  • @tns-rox
    @tns-rox Před 11 měsíci

    This video was my first introduction to your channel and I immediately subscribed. Great video and narration. Very informative, and I hope to visit Kyoto one day. Arigatougozaimasu 👍🇯🇵

  • @ViewAndYou
    @ViewAndYou Před rokem

    Thanks for sharing this! We took a bunch of notes for our upcoming trip!

  • @risingsunjapanguideinfo8405

    This is a great introduction of Kyoto! Thank you for sharing. 👍

  • @abeautifullife3739
    @abeautifullife3739 Před rokem

    So beautiful. I will have 4 days in Kyoto in Nov and your video helps alot. Thanks for sharing.

  • @skwasigr
    @skwasigr Před 10 měsíci

    this video was very calming but also get a good insight that is doable😃

  • @Anonymous-ic7ty
    @Anonymous-ic7ty Před 2 lety +1

    First time on your channel.
    Lovely video.
    Newly subscribed.
    Thank you for an informative and calming travel guide.
    Sheer quality content.

  • @patriciamajalisagun4277

    This really helps my Kyoto 3 day itinerary. I will follow this ❤

  • @imsamiurrahman
    @imsamiurrahman Před 3 lety +1

    Kyoto looks so beautiful ❤️

  • @daddykool9507
    @daddykool9507 Před 3 lety

    Wow 🤩 very nice cinematography!! You are a pro

  • @sia_yer7254
    @sia_yer7254 Před 3 lety +3

    Working hard so I can save up to go to Japan, love your videos.

  • @yudhajitmukherjee1440
    @yudhajitmukherjee1440 Před 11 měsíci +1

    This is the best Kyoto video i've seen. Also its absolutely gorgeous to look it! Well done man. :)

  • @rothschildianum
    @rothschildianum Před rokem

    Very well made video.... Very concise not too much talking and easy to follow... Bravo.

  • @Katana2040
    @Katana2040 Před rokem

    What a great video. Kyoto is my next vacation trip. Cheers!

  • @Nae395
    @Nae395 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Love your work Allan

  • @baovypham
    @baovypham Před měsícem

    Most beautiful travel instruction video.

  • @francescovimercati1033

    AMAZING video, thank you and congrats

  • @roseanakuczynski7588
    @roseanakuczynski7588 Před 3 měsíci

    You did an amazing job with your videography! 😊

  • @bz10000
    @bz10000 Před 8 měsíci +6

    The probably is the best introduction to Kyoto. Short and essential points. Thank you

  • @pinschronicles6169
    @pinschronicles6169 Před rokem

    Hi thank you for giving us insights about kyoto I am really enjoying all your vlog 😊

  • @parknawa8030
    @parknawa8030 Před 4 měsíci

    Bro ur cinematic vdo is really awesome. Thanks for this great content.

  • @AliceCochrane
    @AliceCochrane Před 3 lety

    Beautiful and informative. Thanks.

  • @brentandmolly
    @brentandmolly Před rokem

    This video was wonderful, thankyou! We head here next month!

  • @AlitaMee
    @AlitaMee Před 8 měsíci

    Hands down best video on Kyoto on the net

  • @mikekyto
    @mikekyto Před 2 lety

    Thank you for this wonderful video!

  • @mrmohamedramadan6
    @mrmohamedramadan6 Před 3 lety

    love your guides!

  • @sharonscicluna2182
    @sharonscicluna2182 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Thank you so much for this informative video! It is really helpful 😊 can’t wait to visit next year❤

  • @kirnmamameeya
    @kirnmamameeya Před 8 měsíci +1

    Thank you for this video!

  • @dogacakdag
    @dogacakdag Před 9 měsíci +1

    Hi, I found your Kyoto video very helpful. Thank you for the video

  • @agness2598
    @agness2598 Před rokem

    thanks bro, very informative for first timer !

  • @kevintaylor1928
    @kevintaylor1928 Před 2 lety

    Great job, Allan!

  • @dzl8596
    @dzl8596 Před 2 lety +1

    We ate at Ramen Sen No Kaze last night and it was fantastic!! Thanks for the tip.

  • @bosley629
    @bosley629 Před rokem

    Thanks for your videos!
    We'll be visiting Osaka & Kyoto next month ✌️

  • @drmiteshtrivedi
    @drmiteshtrivedi Před rokem

    Thank you for a nicely balanced video.

  • @meircohen4814
    @meircohen4814 Před rokem

    Thank you so much! I love your channel.

  • @rogeliopadilla1432
    @rogeliopadilla1432 Před rokem

    My daughter and my son are here. Today planning enjoy Kyoto. Thanks for the video

  • @Siddfeed
    @Siddfeed Před 8 měsíci

    im going to japan in december 2023, thank you for making these videos! Very informative.

  • @GreatCityAttractions
    @GreatCityAttractions Před 8 měsíci +1

    Lovely video Kyoto looks great.

  • @miriamgomez275
    @miriamgomez275 Před 2 lety

    Love the snaks. thank for sharing this video

  • @sethy8668
    @sethy8668 Před 3 lety

    I can’t stop watching this video

  • @rosieandcheech
    @rosieandcheech Před 2 lety +2

    This video is so gorgeous, I like how you don't talk a mile a minuet too haha. So peaceful and calm :)

  • @katezuray9809
    @katezuray9809 Před 3 lety +2

    You have a good voice I enjoy your videos!

  • @Darrenvkham
    @Darrenvkham Před 3 lety

    Love your video and love Kyoto.

  • @__greg__
    @__greg__ Před rokem

    Very helpful, thanks!

  • @reallyigo2799
    @reallyigo2799 Před 3 lety

    I love this channel now

  • @GEMSTONE74
    @GEMSTONE74 Před rokem

    So very thankful for this information! Ur vidoe ver informative. I got lots of planning done bcoz of ur vidoe thank u

  • @blueandblacknija
    @blueandblacknija Před 2 lety

    amazing video! thank you

  • @Drxsan
    @Drxsan Před 2 lety

    Allan su thanks for your documentary my friend ;) very interesting

  • @nhatminhdao3212
    @nhatminhdao3212 Před 3 lety +1

    Amazing video as per usual!

  • @AleksiGlick
    @AleksiGlick Před rokem

    Great video. Thanks for this!

  • @lonnyg5535
    @lonnyg5535 Před 6 měsíci

    AWESOME video!