๐พ Kyoto: A Better Viewpoint Than Squeezing at Kiyomizu-dera โผ๏ธ
๐ฐ Before the Meiji Restoration, Kyoto was always the capital of ๐ฏ๐ต, and even before Tokugawa Ieyasu established the Edo Shogunate, Kyoto was considered the political and cultural center of ๐ฏ๐ต. ๐ Today, Kyoto is not as bustling as Tokyo and Osaka, but due to its architectural style reminiscent of the Tang Dynasty and its well-preserved state, Kyoto has now become the "city that represents ๐ฏ๐ต traditional culture" ๐ in the minds of foreign tourists, and the "cultural capital" in the minds of ๐ฏ๐ต people. It is an ideal tourist destination to experience Tang culture and architecture. ๐ Xiao๐ recommends the most popular Kyoto viewpoints near "Kyoto Tower" and "Shลgunzuka," but it's hard to capture the Kyoto Tower itself near there, and "Shลgunzuka" is located on a mountain, which is not very convenient for transportation. Therefore, I recommend a hidden gem viewpoint in the midst - Park Hyatt Kyoto ๐จ ๐ At this viewpoint, you can quietly enjoy the sunset ๐ and evening glow ๐ in the elegant environment near, with all the landmarks of Kyoto at your fingertips โผ๏ธ ๐ Location: Park Hyatt Kyoto ๐ท Equipment: Sony A7M3 + 2870 ๐ฐ Admission: No admission fee required ๐บ Address: 360 Kodaiji Masuyacho, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan ๐ธ Some tips: 1โฃ About Arrival: Staff may check for reservations upon entry โ๏ธ But it's okay if you don't have a reservation โ๏ธ You can make a reservation on the spot โ๏ธ But after making an online reservation, please don't go far โ๏ธ You need to arrive within 15 minutes of your slot โ๏ธ Otherwise, you'll need to rebook if you miss your turn ๐ฑโผ๏ธ Once inside, you can take as many photos as you want ๐โผ๏ธ 2โฃ About Photography: I confirmed with the staff that tripods are allowed, but it's better to check if you plan to use one โ๏ธ There's no need for a lens hood at this viewpoint โผ๏ธ #KyotoTravel #KyotoTravelGuide #KyotoCheckIn #MyOffTheBeatenPathTravelTips #UnmissableScenery #SceneryOnTheJourney #Landscapes #KiyomizuDer #JapanTravel #JapanTravelGuide