Kyoto is an enchanting historical town, characterized by ancient temples and shrines, but it isn’t anything like the historical sites of your middle school field trip days. Just two hours away from Tokyo by train, it is a must-visit if you’re in Japan. Here are the top 10 things to do in Kyoto over on We Are Travel Girls! Get the link to the full article here.

1.Visit Kinkaku-Ji Temple (400 yen)

You may not be able to go inside the Kinkaku-ji Temple, but a walk around the temple is just as nice. Besides, the exterior is covered in gold leaf and the reflection upon the water is stunning. It makes for such a breathtaking shot that you won’t even care that you can’t go inside.

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Read the rest over on We Are Travel Girls to learn what the other nine are!