Hot springs and historic temples characterize the
leafy landscapes of Northern Kyoto. Acres of tranquil
residential streets are interrupted by some of Kyoto's
most gorgeous architectural gems, including the
majestic Golden Pavilion of Kinkakuji, the serene
artistry of the Ryoanji Temple rock gardens, and the
bold red paint across the structures of Enryakuji
Temple. Once a religious core of the city, the
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district now boasts some of its most remote and
peaceful hot springs, as well as a few of its best
family-run mom-and-pop restaurants. A blend of
extremely local at its outskirts, and highly peopled
at its tourist centers, Northern Kyoto nonetheless
retains a halcyon air in harmony with nature.
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