A classic first Kyoto day that stays in the basin: torii trails, Higashiyama streets, and a covered food market — then Gion after dark.
Start south: Fushimi Inari
Begin early at Fushimi Inari Taisha before the densest crowds hit the first thousand gates.
Higashiyama afternoon
Continue to Kiyomizu-dera and the surrounding lanes — keep water and a slow pace.
Nishiki then Gion
Finish with snacks at Nishiki Market and an evening walk through Gion.
