I cannot STRESS this enough for those planning a Japan trip with plans to stay/go to Kyoto. All of the iconic temples and places Allan put here WILL be SUPER CROWDED if you go during a normal time like 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM. So if you want to have the temples and locations more to yourself, do your self the favor and GET up early af every morning when doing iconic Kyoto attractions. The crowds in Kyoto are not to be under estimated and they will kind of drain you as you traverse the beautiful city that Kyoto is. Kyoto's public transport wasn't designed with the mass groups of tourists it gets in mind like Tokyo's super dense city a large public transport was built up over the years. Kyoto just became a hot spot in the past 10-15 years so the rapid public transport to fit hundreds of people into trains can be lacking in some areas. The buses can have large crowds to just get on the bus, I saw this when there last December. Kyoto is a beautiful city and is a must stop on anyone's Japan trip but is also VERY crowded all the time. So when you do go to Kyoto I stress that getting up early (like 5-7AM) is the best and most fun way to see Kyoto.
BTW you can literally walk (if you want to have a walking day from around 9:00 to 22:00) there are plenty of food stalls in between the stops) from Nishiki Market to Fushimi and still end in pontocho. So first Nishiki Market - Pass the baton kyoto - Kagin yoshifusa - Yasaka shrine - Hanamikoji street - Yasui Kompira-gū Shrine - Ninen zaka path - Hokan ji Temple - Sannenzaka - Kiyomizu Dera - Fushimi Inari-taisha - pontocho. for me it looks like a fun trip, and if im going to go then I will walk this path.
I've always wanted to visit Kyoto more than anywhere else in Japan, ever since I read 'A Year in Japan' by Kate Williamson. It's a book of incredibly beautiful watercolors of the city and culture. I highly recommend it 🧡
Having watched 100's of RUclips videos on Kyoto, this is the most thorough and enjoyable video I've seen. I love that you don't rush through everything, allowing me plenty of time to take notes. Great job, Allan!
Your 2019 Japan video motivated me to visit Japan. I renewed my passport January of 2020 then covid hit. Now after 4 years I went with my brother. Kyoto was by far our favorite city! The best people and greatest memories created there. We vowed to return, same as you said no matter our itinerary!
This video is amazing! It's one of the very few that actually deserve to be called a guide. Very informative! I wish I had seen this before I went there last year and found a lot of that for myself. If I had known these things earlier my trip would have been much less messy and I might have been able to see more of this beautiful city.
Thoroughly enjoyed that. Since deciding on a trip to Japan around this time next year, RUclips has sent me down the rabbit hole. Your clips have just the right balance between narration and letting the scenery and footage tell the story.
I cannot thank you enough for all your amazing videos, with mind-blowing photos! You have a great talent and the way you cover everything, from planning to visiting, the pros and cons, the budget/funds to allocate, and so on, it's very commendable! You have given me the determination to forget about my apprehension and visit my favourite countries. Hopefully, soon enough, I'll be able to tick off all the places on my bucket list. Meanwhile, I'll just binge watch your videos and dream of lands far far away from where I am. P.S. If you could visit Scotland, especially the Isle of Skye, and cover everything that's important to note, I'd be very grateful. Thanks! Keep up the excellent work!
Thank you so much for all your travel videos. You have no idea how helpful they have been. I did an Iceland trip following your videos and I am now planning a trip to Japan heeding your suggestions. Your videos are stunning and succinct. No annoying chit chats, no wobbly vlogs. Just loaded with information. Thank you and please keep at the great work!!!
I rarely comment on youtube videos. Maybe once every two years. This is the quality content that I look for but never find. Thank you! Edit: subscribed, and forwarded to a few others.
My family's hometown and the place where I grew up (or spent the early years of my childhood) is in Kyoto. Thanks for providing necessary info's for those who want to visit the city.
First video I’ve seen of yours. Amazing! Super informative, easy to follow, and calming. Beautiful video and imagery. Thank you! Can’t wait to explore Kyoto.
This was so helpful! There are so many videos on Kyoto that it’s overwhelming, but this was incredibly pleasant to watch and I love the specific food recommendations in addition to the overall spots. Can’t wait to visit soon
We are just about beginning the mid point of our Kyoto trip. Thank you so much for the wonderful preview!! The city is so overwhelming, awesome to get insider tips.
thank you, this year in late november will be my first trip to japan, and i chose autumn is the best view for me, and your video help to me to decide where to go, and your explanation very clearly to me
This is my first of your videos. I am now subscribed because your videos are amazing. The information, the stunning photographs and the subtle and complimentary music was stellar. We are heading to Kyoto Nov 12-18 for the first time. Now even more excited.
I loved bamboo forest and Arashiyama recommendation a lot, the temple was so peaceful and I captured peaceful meditation video there and did a skethbook by the trees on the little benches ❤ thank you for making this amazing guide video 🥹🎞️🍓🌸🐈
This is a really great guide of Kyoto Allan! you really made us want to go back to Kyoto again, love every shots and yes we should visit Nishiki Market next time, remind us of the Shinsaibashisuji in Osaka, and ohhh that matcha shave ice, looks super refreshing! love the leaves color, so beautiful. Pontocho, ok noted! your reaction on Kobe beef says it all, we need to try, we're foodies and love to eat and explore local foods! seems like we need to spend at least 3 days in Kyoto next time since we have kids which usually need more times amount to explore haha. thanks for all this info!
Sounds like the perfect place for me to visit. I always travel light, enjoy just looking at architecture, always up at 6am on all my vacations so pretty sure I’ll avoid the crowds, eat all day, love smaller cities and am content with doing nothing ❤
This video was my first introduction to your channel and I immediately subscribed. Great video and narration. Very informative, and I hope to visit Kyoto one day. Arigatougozaimasu 👍🇯🇵
You captured the spirit of kyoto with your beautiful cinematography. I was there last year, and I cannot wait to go back. I have to say, I love your photo style. I have a Sony mirrorless camera as well, and I love taking videos. I'm hoping to get a gimbal in the near future for my travels. Though I'm sure the editing has alot to do with the final look. I'd love to see your photo/video process!
We re going on April 8 for my bday, I’m so excited , we are counting the days. We live in Aomori prefecture and is still freezing up here, can’t take it anymore 😭 That was such an awesome video! Lots of details! 🙌 thank u for sharing
Thank you so much for your amazing content Allan. This is far and away my favorite travel channel on RUclips, and your videos are so informative and helpful. I’m planning a trip to Japan for me and my friends, and your videos are what inspired me to be so determined to visit Japan, so again thank you!
Your video really brings back the memory of me and wife when we visited Japan, through your video I felt the connection between your vlog and our trip, we hope one day when the pandemic is over we’ll visit again to explore places that we missed. Thanks Allan.
Please share more on Kyoto's hidden gems, rather than the most touristic spots. Would like to be more mindful of my impact as a tourist and hope to give more attention to landmarks and spots that are not as well-known. Thank you!
Thank you so much for making this video. Extremely beautiful and helpful, will keep it in my favourites forever. Can´t wait to visit Kyoto and see all this for myself 🖤🏯⛩🌿
I’ve read a lot of articles/posts etc that going early in the day is recommended. Was just curious however if it was on your itinerary to see a couple temples and you have seen them all by midday let’s say, how would you spend the rest of your day? Are the crowds just unavoidable? How you best structure your day to minimise crowds?
Thank you so much for your video. It's really helpful for the first-timers. Also, your video style is so professional that it felt like a documentary, with beautiful bgm and composing.
Allan! wonderful video! you got new fan! anyway what gears (cam and lenses) u use during this video and photo shoot? It's complimenting your skills so much! made this very enjoyable to watch!
I cannot STRESS this enough for those planning a Japan trip with plans to stay/go to Kyoto. All of the iconic temples and places Allan put here WILL be SUPER CROWDED if you go during a normal time like 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM. So if you want to have the temples and locations more to yourself, do your self the favor and GET up early af every morning when doing iconic Kyoto attractions. The crowds in Kyoto are not to be under estimated and they will kind of drain you as you traverse the beautiful city that Kyoto is. Kyoto's public transport wasn't designed with the mass groups of tourists it gets in mind like Tokyo's super dense city a large public transport was built up over the years. Kyoto just became a hot spot in the past 10-15 years so the rapid public transport to fit hundreds of people into trains can be lacking in some areas. The buses can have large crowds to just get on the bus, I saw this when there last December. Kyoto is a beautiful city and is a must stop on anyone's Japan trip but is also VERY crowded all the time. So when you do go to Kyoto I stress that getting up early (like 5-7AM) is the best and most fun way to see Kyoto.
5am!? Nah you're alright
That’s early player. My wife can’t hang with that
Very good to know.
Thank you!!!!! I'm visiting Kyoto in a few weeks, definitely will keep this in mind
Great tip. The most important tip for visiting anywhere iconic! Wake up at 5 and have the beautiful landmark to yourself for a few hours.
As someone who's watched 100 videos while planning a trip to Japan, this one was so beautiful and concise. Thank you 🙏🏽💕
I agree. Beautifully shot clearly explained
I concur . Every travel video should be like this
Came to comments to say the same thing ❤
I agree 💯 percent!!
I 100% agree!! Amazing footage and balance of voice overs!! Also you are very informative in all of your recommendations. 😊
I've been to Kyoto 4 times. This list is the chef's kiss.
I’m obsessively watching YT videos in preparation of our Japan trip and this is the best one I’ve found so far. Thank you!!💕
How'd it go?
I miss Japan ! Kyoto especially.. All food there are so fresh and i never bored on having sushi/sashimi every single day !
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I don’t know about you all but this felt more of a guided meditation than an informational guide.
BTW you can literally walk (if you want to have a walking day from around 9:00 to 22:00) there are plenty of food stalls in between the stops) from Nishiki Market to Fushimi and still end in pontocho.
So first Nishiki Market - Pass the baton kyoto - Kagin yoshifusa - Yasaka shrine - Hanamikoji street - Yasui Kompira-gū Shrine - Ninen zaka path - Hokan ji Temple - Sannenzaka - Kiyomizu Dera - Fushimi Inari-taisha - pontocho.
for me it looks like a fun trip, and if im going to go then I will walk this path.
Thanks for writing this comment! Was wondering a good order to go. So helpful! 😊
Dude music is out of this world! Nice atmosphere setting, a very well thought out video, most impressive.
I've always wanted to visit Kyoto more than anywhere else in Japan, ever since I read 'A Year in Japan' by Kate Williamson. It's a book of incredibly beautiful watercolors of the city and culture. I highly recommend it 🧡
Yes, the guys there are nice and the city is clean. Welcome to my channel ruclips.net/video/5vEH-Un5DPU/видео.html
Thank you, I will!
Top quality video. Beautifully made. And not made by a crazed extrovert. He is a calm clear presenter.
Having watched 100's of RUclips videos on Kyoto, this is the most thorough and enjoyable video I've seen. I love that you don't rush through everything, allowing me plenty of time to take notes. Great job, Allan!
I’ve watched so many videos as we’re headed to Japan for 3 weeks and this was the best guided most soothing video. Thanks for your hard work.
Your 2019 Japan video motivated me to visit Japan. I renewed my passport January of 2020 then covid hit. Now after 4 years I went with my brother. Kyoto was by far our favorite city! The best people and greatest memories created there. We vowed to return, same as you said no matter our itinerary!
This video is amazing! It's one of the very few that actually deserve to be called a guide. Very informative! I wish I had seen this before I went there last year and found a lot of that for myself. If I had known these things earlier my trip would have been much less messy and I might have been able to see more of this beautiful city.
Thoroughly enjoyed that. Since deciding on a trip to Japan around this time next year, RUclips has sent me down the rabbit hole. Your clips have just the right balance between narration and letting the scenery and footage tell the story.
Your videos are gorgeous Allan! God I want to go travel soooo bad! At least for now I get to enjoy your cinematography.
Same in my mind its just wow wow wow wow 🤣🤣🤣🤣
I cannot thank you enough for all your amazing videos, with mind-blowing photos! You have a great talent and the way you cover everything, from planning to visiting, the pros and cons, the budget/funds to allocate, and so on, it's very commendable! You have given me the determination to forget about my apprehension and visit my favourite countries. Hopefully, soon enough, I'll be able to tick off all the places on my bucket list. Meanwhile, I'll just binge watch your videos and dream of lands far far away from where I am.
P.S. If you could visit Scotland, especially the Isle of Skye, and cover everything that's important to note, I'd be very grateful. Thanks! Keep up the excellent work!
Scotland is on the list
@@AllanSu That's great news! I'll eagerly wait for your video/s!
Thank you so much for all your travel videos. You have no idea how helpful they have been. I did an Iceland trip following your videos and I am now planning a trip to Japan heeding your suggestions. Your videos are stunning and succinct. No annoying chit chats, no wobbly vlogs. Just loaded with information. Thank you and please keep at the great work!!!
Good job, Allan! Headed to Kyoto next month, and have felt a bit overwhelmed. This is a wonderful orientation to the city, and very helpful.
Best video ever. I’m currently on the train to Kyoto for the first time. I know what I want to see first!
This video is so gorgeous, I like how you don't talk a mile a minuet too haha. So peaceful and calm :)
I rarely comment on youtube videos. Maybe once every two years. This is the quality content that I look for but never find. Thank you!
Edit: subscribed, and forwarded to a few others.
My family's hometown and the place where I grew up (or spent the early years of my childhood) is in Kyoto. Thanks for providing necessary info's for those who want to visit the city.
Love how informative your videos are. Beautifully shot, as well! Thanks for this.
Thank you Ashley!
First video I’ve seen of yours. Amazing! Super informative, easy to follow, and calming. Beautiful video and imagery. Thank you! Can’t wait to explore Kyoto.
This was so helpful! There are so many videos on Kyoto that it’s overwhelming, but this was incredibly pleasant to watch and I love the specific food recommendations in addition to the overall spots. Can’t wait to visit soon
We are just about beginning the mid point of our Kyoto trip. Thank you so much for the wonderful preview!! The city is so overwhelming, awesome to get insider tips.
thank you, this year in late november will be my first trip to japan, and i chose autumn is the best view for me, and your video help to me to decide where to go, and your explanation very clearly to me
Lovely cinematography and recommendations!
high quality videos, edits, content... its pleasure to watch! No bs its just raw golden content
Thank you so much for a truly informative, concise and well-filmed video. This has to be one of the best travel guide videos for my research thus far!
You deserve so many more followers. I’ve enjoyed binge watching your videos
Thank you for watching!
My daughter and my son are here. Today planning enjoy Kyoto. Thanks for the video
The image is as beautiful as a movie. It is easy to understand with the explanation of the map. It's a very good video😁👍👍👍
We ate at Ramen Sen No Kaze last night and it was fantastic!! Thanks for the tip.
Kyoto is one of the places on our list to visit after the Pandemic. Thanks for this video. Greetings from Copenhagen, Denmark - Maxi and Maro :-D
Honestly one of the best in general travel guide videos I have ever watched!!!! Bravo 👏🏻 t
Wow your vids are HIGH QUALITY. It’s helping me plan things out
I'm going in March, I feel in love with the place already. So pretty.
This is the best Kyoto video i've seen. Also its absolutely gorgeous to look it! Well done man. :)
We agree amazing footage
Kyoto is a must-see when traveling to Japan
Thanks for sharing this! We took a bunch of notes for our upcoming trip!
So beautiful. I will have 4 days in Kyoto in Nov and your video helps alot. Thanks for sharing.
Hands down best video on Kyoto on the net
This is my first of your videos. I am now subscribed because your videos are amazing. The information, the stunning photographs and the subtle and complimentary music was stellar. We are heading to Kyoto Nov 12-18 for the first time. Now even more excited.
Thank you so much for this informative video! It is really helpful 😊 can’t wait to visit next year❤
Hope you enjoy it - it looks a fascinating place.
You did an amazing job with your videography! 😊
I loved bamboo forest and Arashiyama recommendation a lot, the temple was so peaceful and I captured peaceful meditation video there and did a skethbook by the trees on the little benches ❤ thank you for making this amazing guide video 🥹🎞️🍓🌸🐈
My best thing to do would be to see Tachibana SHS band perform in person. Definitely on my must do when I visit Japan again.
Hi, I found your Kyoto video very helpful. Thank you for the video
Great guide, looking forward to visiting Kyoto next year!
This is a really great guide of Kyoto Allan! you really made us want to go back to Kyoto again, love every shots and yes we should visit Nishiki Market next time, remind us of the Shinsaibashisuji in Osaka, and ohhh that matcha shave ice, looks super refreshing! love the leaves color, so beautiful. Pontocho, ok noted! your reaction on Kobe beef says it all, we need to try, we're foodies and love to eat and explore local foods! seems like we need to spend at least 3 days in Kyoto next time since we have kids which usually need more times amount to explore haha. thanks for all this info!
I’ll take my mum to Kyoto in November. I’ll make my plan according to this video, thanks 😍
Sounds like the perfect place for me to visit. I always travel light, enjoy just looking at architecture, always up at 6am on all my vacations so pretty sure I’ll avoid the crowds, eat all day, love smaller cities and am content with doing nothing ❤
What a great video. Kyoto is my next vacation trip. Cheers!
Great video for our first trip to Japan! So concise and exactly what I was looking for! ❤
I'm a big fan of your videos Allan. Your work is amazing, thank you for sharing!
Many thanks! Appreciate the support
You did a fantastic job with this video. Thank you so much.
This video was my first introduction to your channel and I immediately subscribed. Great video and narration. Very informative, and I hope to visit Kyoto one day. Arigatougozaimasu 👍🇯🇵
im going to japan in december 2023, thank you for making these videos! Very informative.
Wow 🤩 very nice cinematography!! You are a pro
this video was very calming but also get a good insight that is doable😃
You captured the spirit of kyoto with your beautiful cinematography. I was there last year, and I cannot wait to go back. I have to say, I love your photo style. I have a Sony mirrorless camera as well, and I love taking videos. I'm hoping to get a gimbal in the near future for my travels. Though I'm sure the editing has alot to do with the final look. I'd love to see your photo/video process!
We re going on April 8 for my bday, I’m so excited , we are counting the days. We live in Aomori prefecture and is still freezing up here, can’t take it anymore 😭
That was such an awesome video! Lots of details! 🙌 thank u for sharing
First time on your channel.
Lovely video.
Newly subscribed.
Thank you for an informative and calming travel guide.
Sheer quality content.
The probably is the best introduction to Kyoto. Short and essential points. Thank you
A great guide we agree
Thank you so much for your amazing content Allan. This is far and away my favorite travel channel on RUclips, and your videos are so informative and helpful. I’m planning a trip to Japan for me and my friends, and your videos are what inspired me to be so determined to visit Japan, so again thank you!
Bro ur cinematic vdo is really awesome. Thanks for this great content.
This is exactly the type of travel guide I was looking for. Thank you so much for making this!
Working hard so I can save up to go to Japan, love your videos.
Factual and informative video! What a breath of fresh air, thank you! ❤
Thank you so much for such a great guide. Kyoto is love
Your video really brings back the memory of me and wife when we visited Japan, through your video I felt the connection between your vlog and our trip, we hope one day when the pandemic is over we’ll visit again to explore places that we missed. Thanks Allan.
Your video is so beautiful and helpful to understand the kyoto area, thank youu ✨
Allan su thanks for your documentary my friend ;) very interesting
Please share more on Kyoto's hidden gems, rather than the most touristic spots. Would like to be more mindful of my impact as a tourist and hope to give more attention to landmarks and spots that are not as well-known. Thank you!
So enjoyable! Thank you very much :D Kyoto is the place I want to go the most Greetings from Argentina
So very thankful for this information! Ur vidoe ver informative. I got lots of planning done bcoz of ur vidoe thank u
You have a good voice I enjoy your videos!
Thank you so much for making this video. Extremely beautiful and helpful, will keep it in my favourites forever. Can´t wait to visit Kyoto and see all this for myself 🖤🏯⛩🌿
Very well made video.... Very concise not too much talking and easy to follow... Bravo.
Planning to visit kyoto japan on 2022 I hope covid will end 🥰. So excited to travel.
I like the food choices at the Fushimi Inari market. ☺️
Man, your videos are the best!
This really helps my Kyoto 3 day itinerary. I will follow this ❤
I’ve read a lot of articles/posts etc that going early in the day is recommended. Was just curious however if it was on your itinerary to see a couple temples and you have seen them all by midday let’s say, how would you spend the rest of your day? Are the crowds just unavoidable? How you best structure your day to minimise crowds?
Just beautiful.
By far the best guide I saw !!
we are going next week. hope it's not too cold
Thank you so much for your video. It's really helpful for the first-timers. Also, your video style is so professional that it felt like a documentary, with beautiful bgm and composing.
Will be there next week for the sixth time Cam¿t wait to go back.
Excellent - thank you. Has only increased my longing to go back to Kyoto and see all the sights we missed in 2018.
This video was wonderful, thankyou! We head here next month!
Thanks for your videos!
We'll be visiting Osaka & Kyoto next month ✌️
Your videos are incredible and very helpful! Thank you for the efforts! ❤️
Great video as always Allan! A friend and I are planning to go to Japan in a couple years and Kyoto is high on our list.
Allan! wonderful video! you got new fan! anyway what gears (cam and lenses) u use during this video and photo shoot? It's complimenting your skills so much! made this very enjoyable to watch!
I am a RUclipsr in Kolkata 🙏💚 Loved your Japan Travel Guide and learnt a lot from it. Virtual hugs ❤️🤗
I understand your feelings about Kyoto, for me, it's Hiroshima, there is this peaceful feeling of the whole city.
This vlog is so pretty and informative thank you!!💜