Top 10 Things to DO in KYOTO Japan | WATCH BEFORE YOU GO

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

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[@kakasensei26]

no wonder i saw you in gion last week.

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

hahaha. yeah, it all makes sense now.

[@kakasensei26]

@@PaolofromTOKYO keep up the great content man!

[@dainaboyajian]

Can you please visit Hakone? I will be there next month and would love to see you do a top 10!

[@MechaXCorgi]

Thanks for the info, my and my bro are heading to Kyoto in January, going to be freezing and breezy in Japan, but we definitely are going to these places :)

[@ayamatsuiaya]

I love seeing all the love to Gion and Kawaramachi area! My grandmother lives right in the Gion area near Sanjyo Kawaramachi, it’s the greatest area to be when visiting! My grandmother have never even ridden in a car (except taxi) until several years ago when she got injured because everything is so close by. My grandfather was a professor at Kyoto Daigaku (Kyoto University) and researcher. My grandmother’s favorite was Takashiyama. What’s great is that it’s still have a lot of old school services like the yaoyasan (produce store) that comes by and sells out of their truck, dry cleaners that come by to pick up and drop off, etc. so there really was no need for her to get in a car. Kawaramachi train station is only one block away! I can’t wait to go back! She actually still had the traditional Japanese bathrooms , bath tubs, kitchen, etc till my grandfather passed away and then my mom and her sister convinced her to renovate. I can’t wait to go back! It’s been so long since I have gotten to go back to Japan and visit but it’s great to see your video Paolo! So much changes so quickly!

[@iikurbypinkyii]

Im going to Japan around November 2019. Im super nervous! I'm going alone. (I have no friends🤣) Ive been taking small trips to prepare for International travel. I want to fulfill my dreams of traveling all over the world, (learning new cultures) and Japan will be my first time out of the country. I eventually will become a permanent resident. I love Japan! Im so happy ive watched this video. Im going everywhere you went😂

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

Have an awesome trip Kurby Pinky!

[@fmfdocbotl4358]

So did you go?

[@natebell5026]

Yeah where is the update?!

[@rickydudeXO]

I went just a couple months after your planned trip! Jan 2020. Any update on your trip or future plans? :)

[@FemiSmiles]

Would also love to know if you went, I live in Kyoto with my family. It is such a great place.

[@Thunder213MMXI]

I was in Japan twice this year, 3 weeks between February and March and 2 weeks during October. I like to spend more time in Kyoto than any other place in Japan. 0:40 Gion is more interesting in the evening when the street lights and lanterns are lit and there are plenty of good restaurants to choose from. 9:05 There is a side path on the right in Fushimi Inari-Taisha. The "hiking" path is pretty quiet even on busy days and does not have torii gates. There are bamboo trees, little shrines and a Shinto graveyard along the path. Walk the path in the morning or at night, it's quite relaxing. I also recommend walking the Philosopher's Path, start at Ginkakuji Temple and walk down to Nanzenji Temple, a relaxing and interesting walk.

[@michailkoutsoudakis4021]

Hey there. How was Kyoto during October? We’re you able to see the rich red and yellow leaves or is better to someone to wait for November for visiting ?

[@JohnandMalie]

Great episode Paolo. We wanted to let you know we found your blog useful on our previous trip to Japan. Thank you!

[@yahvoy]

JohnMalieTV 10 things to eat in... If I only eat, I will be ball shaped fastly lol. Kyoto is MUCH more than this superficial video.

[@RM-gt5pj]

Great to watch this video. I live in Kyoto. Kyoto is where my job is, where my house is, where family-in-law is,,, I should be thankful for my husband to take me here. I wish I could share more about Kyoto, Japan, or Japanese culture on my video.

[@lemon10-z8w]

京都は本当に心が洗浄されますよね

[@dyahrahayupradita80]

watching this made me miss this beautiful city called Kyoto ❤ i spent a month to have a language short course program in Kyoto and Kyoto is my 2nd home now. i remember always go to kawaramachi after having lesson 懐かしいな！

[@jadecummings8093]

Wow, Kyoto is the best place to explore and so much to do here, amazing! Good job, Paolo! 😉

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

Thanks Jade Cummings! Love that you are here again early.

[@Lisa-gq7qh]

I almost can’t believe that there’s a place this beautiful like Kyoto... Japan is truly amazing. Good job on the video Paolo and Maiko!!✨

[@MillennialTravelConfessions]

Lisa Gardin It really is magical! 😁

[@daniakalaina]

We are planning our second trip to Kyoto in December It is one of my favorite cities in the world😊

[@NoiceB8M8]

Love that you were hoping for 1 millions subs and now you’re over 3 million. Just shows that your great content and hard work has been paying off! 😁

[@joyvestal8106]

Thank you for your Japan travel guides, Paolo! I'm glad to see that Kyoto isn't all temples and shrines. Will use this guide this September

[@petergarcia8225]

Like the Starbucks...Nice creative ensemble with Japan and Modern Coffe Kohi shop.

[@rebekahbridges-tervydis5054]

I really like that you’ve always been kind and respectful and yet, your fun thoughts.

[@ManabuJapan]

All places in Kyoto are awesome... love kyoto too much...

[@orlandomarquez3901]

Enjoying Kyoto vacation with family at the moment. Thank you Paolo for making this guide.

[@masayukifukui2242]

Request from Kyoto people to travelers: Please DO NOT take photo or touch to Maiko or Geiko in Gion. She is a private person, not the Micky Mouse. Thank you, and enjoy your japan trip!

[@AlanHoey86]

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[@urekmazino6800]

@@r35spectgt-r84 huh?

[@robertburnett5561]

I have noticed this also in other places. Little respect. Please ask before photo.

[@kenserhoofje]

I would never dare do this as a (Western) tourist!! Shame on the people who do this.

[@copy_dingo416]

When I went I was able to take a photo of a geisha but I used common sense and asked politely first.

[@tglenn3121]

Yeah, when I went to Kyoto, I didn't know about Gion and wish I had. I would have loved to go there.

[@anbellatravels6173]

Our family likes your kind of vlogging. We are learning a lot from the places you visited. Currently planning our itinerary for our trip in the Kansai region. We are truly grateful to you and Maiko. More informative vlogs to come!

[@banhuat.3gp]

i likes you

[@Buddahgirl71]

I wish this video had been made before we went to Kyoto! Realizing just how much we missed in Gion alone! Will be sure to watch this before we go back.

[@gemmajoffe7313]

Perfect timing again, love these guides. Will be perfect for my 2020 trip! Thanks Paolo!

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

Thanks Gemma Green! I'll have more guides for you soon. Where else do you want to see?

[@MillennialTravelConfessions]

You're going to be all set with these videos! 😁

[@gemmajoffe7313]

I'm up for suggestions really! As much I want to see some typical tourist attractions, what I like about these videos is the fact you step away from them for a taste of something new :) We are still planning so all ideas accepted

[@MillennialTravelConfessions]

We were in Japan for 3 months earlier this year so travelled around for quite a bit. We're content creators too, so perhaps some of our videos will give you some more ideas, making your trip even better 👌

[@janetnamba824]

Thanks for the tips on the shrine, hidden ramen place and the cool Starbucks. Favorite place so far is Kyoto. Thanks!

[@bretcaron]

Just returned from our vacation in Japan (Kyoto, Osaka, Tokyo). Your videos where our primary guides for what to do and where to go, especially for Kyoto! BTW, Wajo Ryomen Sugari what absolutely amazing! Thank you for helping us have an amazing trip to Japan!

[@rachelbaziak4159]

Bret Caron mine too

[@eddiejrubi]

I was there three days ago and it was AMAZING!!! And I’m in TOKYO rite now!!!!

[@SusannahWins]

Thanks again for an awesome tour Paolo. I'm going in March and have been planning for over a year. You're the only KZbinr who consistently shows me something I've never heard of to add to my itinerary. I really appreciate your perspective.

[@VanillaREM]

Great video, Paolo! Your videos helped so much with my recent trip to Japan! If someone is planning to visit Kyoto, I also want to recommend the west side-it’s really beautiful with Arashiyama, the monkey sanctuary, and a bunch of amazing temples!

[@risingsunjapanguideinfo8405]

This "Top 10 Recommended Kyoto Sightseeing Spots" is great introduction! Love all of these places. 👍

[@Matt_519]

Going to Kyoto and Tokyo in a month, this is such perfect timing

[@burntgrilledcheesie]

Okay, you are amazing because you get right to the chase. You clearly spend a lot of time filming, and your editing is top notch! I love that you have a long history with Japan so you can share the best advice. Great video, liked & subscribed. Thanks Paolo!

[@burntgrilledcheesie]

Update to say, we could not have traveled Japan without you! I watched (what seems like) all of your videos and we actually spent an unexpected day in Odaiba because of them, which by the way, was excellent for kids!!! Thanks for everything Paolo...everything except the urchin bun. Haha creamy, yes, but all I tasted was a strong metallic flavour.

[@zzzzzoecheung]

I love Kyoto very much and have been there 3 times. Thank you very much for recall my lovely memory!-

[@tamburton1]

Thank you for your videos! I had not planned on visiting any Starbucks on my first visit to Japan but decided to go on your recommendation for the one in Kyoto and absolutely loved it. My son and I visited Japan for the first time and we started the day at the Starbucks and really enjoyed walking around the Gion District. Thank you for all your videos!

[@scotmarq]

Everything is ART!!! Just beautiful!

[@tekz6435]

Wow...I was just in Kyoto last week walking around some of the places shown here! Now I miss Japan...

[@abigailford2395]

Can Maiko do Japanese brands that she likes and which skin products are better than others?

[@howbadcanitget5713]

Great video!! Such great tips. Kyoto and Nara are my favourite parts of Japan. Can't wait to watch all of your other videos!

[@steph1909]

by far coolest starbucks ever!

[@lindsaybrown7357]

As a first time visitor, many of my best memories were away from the touristy areas. Getting to meet and interact with the real every day Japanese.

[@leisuresuit10]

I've been planning my Japan vacation using Paolo's videos. Love the presentation style. I hope Paolo gets his million subscribers soon!

[@kaneshirosan1642]

Miss Kyoto so much!

[@NMWHITE005]

The stuff inside of foxes’ mouth is “aburaage” It’s deep fried tofu. It was said foxes loved it. Foxes are guardians of Inari shrine. So ppl give it to them.

[@Snailirific]

It can also be a jewel(round ball), rice and a key to the granary.

[@FemiSmiles]

I love Aburaage. That is some great info.

[@SkScarlet]

This year went to Japan and follow all your restaurant recommendations in Tokyo and they were more than what we were expecting 👌👌❤️❤️ thank you so much!! You are our best 😘

[@jacynthajames]

I’m going to Japan soon and I’ve been binge watching your videos. I love all of them!

[@uselessboi420_5]

The thousand gate tori is so worth going to the top of mid way there is a ice cream shop which is so good

[@finnjowett2177]

Cannot wait to visit Kyoto!!

[@amiemcgovern3803]

Love your enthusiasm! Makes these fun to watch in comparison to any other guides and yours are also by far the most helpful😊 Thankyou!

[@LtnQuidam]

Went to Kyoto last year and wish I could have spend more time and explore more places... didn't even know about some sections until I watched your video. So next time, I'm hoping to explore more of Kyoto! Great video, thanks!

[@funkychicken2119]

When you said trying to do the impossible of reaching a million subscribers, I immediately hit pause and hit the sub button for you. You’re welcome. 👍

[@lucyho4731]

Awesome journey with delicious treats.👍✌👘🍡🍢Majestic temple with historic and scenic view.🍃🌳🌿Machiya Starbucks -the best prestigious and exquisite settings.☕😍😋

[@angechrissy]

Hey Paolo! My boyfriend and I are in Kyoto at this very moment. We took some of your recommendations, and went to Matcha Tiramisu and Wajo Ryomen Sugari. Thank you very much for your very legit recommendations! I enjoyed our meals at both restaurants very much. Keep up the good work.

[@MillennialTravelConfessions]

Check out Bamboo forest too!

[@myronbrown2784]

This video was extremely informative. I was worried if I would like the food in Kyoto. But after seeing your video, I am sure I will love it. Thanks a lot.

[@MrMakibear]

Amazing videos as always. I just recently came back from a trip to Japan (I was in Kyoto last week!!) and your videos were incredibly helpful! Can't thank you enough, amazing how you gather all this information and present in an easy to follow format. Can't wait for the next time to come to Japan.

[@Asian14DA]

I’m going to Japan in Feb 2019! Your videos are helping me plan. Thank you!

[@jaclynconti6461]

How did you like it?! :) I'm going in 2 weeks!

[@ugowoundo]

Don't go with a plan

[@cringeypopsicle589]

@@jaclynconti6461 how was it@

[@cringeypopsicle589]

@@jaclynconti6461 that's great to hear :)

[@kristinevu9130]

My family and I are planning a trip soon and your videos are perfect for our planning. Great videos, advice, and tips!

[@Jessmorrison90]

11:08 - Thank you for the "wajoryomen sugari" recommendation, I tried it last night and LOVED it. English-friendly (you order from a touch screen) and the wait was quite brief since I arrived when they re-opened at 6pm. ****IDEAL FOR SOLO TRAVELERS WHO WANT A HIGH-LEVEL RAMEN EXPERIENCE W/ ZERO FRICTION.**** Beer is a lite lager and the broth is more fish-based in flavor. Also there are drawers in front of each seat with chopsticks and seasoning devices (keep your translator app ready for the seasoning drawer, but other than that no japanese required) *tip for westerners* it is definitely a hole in the wall and the device you order from is deep inside, you wont see it from the street/have to enter to see it. Jump down the rabbit hole and trust itll be there, no japanese required. In my top 5 favorite ramen bowls Ive had in my life time.

[@liloreid]

Definetly get there early!! Inari at dawn or dusk is magical.

[@bilashrajsarkar4973]

This is the best Kyoto guide videos I have seen... Really awesome... 1 like👍 was not enough to say how good it was...

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

Thanks bilash raj!

[@gaijindando6726]

Lmao. No bamboo Forrest, monkey park or waterfall soba noodles.. all he is doing is walking around streets and eating at restaurants this is pretty lame if you ask me

[@rachelbaziak4159]

Bilash Raj Sarkar I’m going to Kyoto next year ,good information

[@pgimacahilasadrianjude5699]

G Dando If you have been following his channel, you’d know he is avoiding the tourist trap locations. Arrogant bas****.

[@Swampzoid]

Beautiful and informative tour . I'd love to visit Japan especially Kyoto

[@dianet9956]

Thank you so much Paolo for doing this video!! We will be hitting up all the places you have mentioned.

[@liamdecastro6396]

This is really great! Well done Paolo. Thanks for the ideas! Can’t wait to visit Kyoto this year. 👍

[@Jamerton1]

Your videos are the best tour guides I've ever found for Japan. Thanks for sharing your adventures and giving us great quality videos! Always excited to see your next posts

[@liseloreverhorst7106]

Your tips are perfect!! I did almost everything on the list. Loved the matcha house Tiramisu and the starbucks was so cool! Just ate a complete lunch at the food market and tried a lot of new things. I’m going to Fushimi inari tomorrow morning :)

[@xcompa77x]

which location did you go to? in the video i could not understand which of the two paolo said to avoid because of long lines

[@anthonyperkin6400]

Man you have an infectious personality! Great videos currently in kyoto and have now set an alarm extra early!!!

[@ferdauzaabutazil2797]

Really appreciate the maps in your vlogs! Gives us a clear picture of how to go to and from spots.

[@VesaJay]

well......before watching this video i was a little interested in going to Kyoto but now after watching this you have officially killed it for me thank you!!!

[@BackwardMapTravels]

I’m going to Kyoto in April and you are giving me some awesome ideas for my itinerary. Thanks for making such great content!

[@ruthmacias]

Oh Paolo Im so happy for you! You thought it was impossible to have one million and you are almost at two!

[@chefjonathannagy3866]

I heard this area was used as inspiration for the creation of The Legend of Zelda. You did a great job showing the best of what the Kyoto region has to offer. I hope to find a tour guide like you to show me around when I plan my visit!! Keep up the good work!!

[@bubbletea1205]

currently making a rough travel book guid for our trip to Japan (just to not waste time there). it was already like 12 pages long, now with this video it's going to turn into 30 pages. Love your video!! :)))))

[@omaramorotec]

I need that parfait.. You sold it so well..

[@FM_LZHH]

Thank you so much for this! I'm in Kyoto now and have used this video to supplement my trip! ❤

[@paul8727]

So Im going to Japan in 2019... first I just wanted to see Tokyo and Osaka but Kyoto seems to be a very interesting place Ill definitely gonna add this to my plans. Thanks for the great video!

[@michaelle4560]

Japan next destination . Awesome. Thx

[@flourishwithzel]

This is very informative! And I miss Kyoto so much!

[@t_hiro1207]

動画作ってくれてありがとうございます！　日本語字幕嬉しい..! 家族でこれから京都に行く事になったから、お勧めスポットを詳しく教えてくれて助かりました！

[@MidnightSpecialist]

Fushimi Inari is closed after dark if you want to make the hike through all the gates to the top; but yes the main area is open. Been to Kyoto twice, makes me want to go again, this will definitely help my friend out.

[@micasorge]

My fiance and I are going to spend our honeymoon in japan during may

[@katoliviea]

this video helped me so much when I went to Japan! thank you so much Paolo!! 💖

[@tenchichrono]

Paolo. Wanted to say thanks for your videos! I just got back from Japan and your videos were a must watch that helped tremendously! Thanks so much!

[@victorpineda7519]

Hey Paolo, thanks for this list with google maps links. Saves me a lot time building up my itinerary and congrats to your upcoming baby.

[@sandyrocketmail5]

I would love an updated version of this. I'm not too sure what the "tourist ban" in japan entails.

[@RafRoads]

Hi bro, just wanna drop by and say you inspired me big time. I visited Sept of 2019 and now I am looking at the clips I produced I noticed how much you influenced me. Thanks for being so enthusiastic but remaining informative. I love it about your channel. Again, thanks!

[@SC.920]

Definitely go to Fushimi Inari Taisha early if you can. Don't worry too much if there are a lot of crowds though, most people don't actually want to do the 2 mile walk up Mt Inari so it gets a lot quieter as you go up. Don't be one of those people who stand in the middle of the path trying to take photos when there are people trying to get past though..

[@cherryxx2219]

I like your videos, your videos are very very nice, and accurate to show Japan. Im japanese , grew up in japan but lived in europe for short time. and i always had and have hard time to explain about japan with words and pictures to non-japanese people but , after I found your videos im just showing your videos to them or I say check your channel . also this kind of video is very good even to japanese people who never visited Kyoto except school trip , I lived around tokyo, I didnt know there is such traditional style starbucks in Kyoto

[@wacksjoaquin1980]

Nice Vlog Paolo.. excited to visit Kyoto🇯🇵🥢👍 thanks!

[@ydalangin]

Such an informative video! Thank you. Planning a trip to Japan soon.

[@razukaru1735]

Thanks alot Paolo! Went to most of the places you recommended. Had a blast. No joke on how good the macha tiramisu was. Great job on the videos!

[@GaryLeeJune]

Trying to learn Japanese myself and find your captions very helpful. We have begun a must-do list including your recommendations for our planned trip to Japan next summer. Enjoy your enthusiasm!

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

Thanks GaryLeeJune!

[@PieceofAmr]

My favorite city in Japan, I’ve been to all of the places you’ve shown in the video ✌️

[@some_one_2_3]

Paolo, this is the first of your videos I'm watching and it's brilliant! Very informative, dense with info and hardly any excess. Thank you! Subscribed!

[@mskq4409]

Thankful for your exceptional content!! ❤

[@mandysberi]

Paolo, this is amazing! Thank you! I can't wait to go back to Japan!

[@Adam-he5bs]

watching this video again as Japan reopen, 08:02 1 million is nothing to you now when you hit 3 million, what a journey!

[@NoNeckKota]

Literally my favorite place in Japan!

[@mikewilliams7143]

Theme of video: COME EARLY.... As I'm running late XD . Thanks so much for your content, my whole trip is planned around your ideas and MAPS!! At this point, if I don't buy some merch I'm just stealing.. Thanks again Paolo and Maiko! You guys are the best.

[@catherinepham1314]

Thanks for making these videos.

[@kweesiuliang]

Miss Kyoto so so so so so so so muuuuuuuucccccchhhhhhh😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@medeaendor3706]

That adapted sturbucks is unbelievable. The only extraordinary sturbucks I have been to was in turky, the extraordinary thing about it was the Turkish mocca they included into the menu

[@Tackleberry666]

Booked tickets to Japan in October. These vids are very helpful

[@alimuratsoylu3082]

I am going to use this itinerary for my coming up Japan trip!

[@Surflimax]

Thank you for making this video. Fun and informative to watch.