Kyoto Google Map

Get access to my private Kyoto Google Maps locations! ⛩️🍵

People often visit Kyoto for three days, hit the Golden Pavilion, and think they’ve “done” Japan. But having lived in Japan for 8 years of my life, I know that Kyoto doesn’t reveal itself to the casual observer. It’s a city of layers, where a thousand-year-old temple sits in the shadow of a skyscraper, and the most life-changing meal is often hidden behind a nondescript wooden door with no sign.

Why choose this guide? Curated by a former Japan resident. I grew up navigating the exactness of Japanese culture, from the non-negotiable bows in my after-school swim lessons to the precise etiquette of a tea ceremony. This map isn’t a tourist’s itinerary; it’s a decade-plus collection of the places that made Japan feel like home.

This map includes over 120+ locations that skip the surface-level “must-sees” to give you the version of Kyoto that exists for those who stay a while.

Inside, you’ll find:

• The “If You Know, You Know” Dining: Beyond the Michelin stars, I’ve pinned the tiny, 8-seat bars specializing in yuba (tofu skin), the local kissatens (retro cafes) for a traditional “morning set,” and the secret ramen shops in the Ichijoji district where you won’t see another tourist.

• Temples with Soul: I’ve included the classics, but the real gems are the quiet ones: the moss-covered steps of and 1,200 unique statues and serene gardens certain shrines.

• The Art of the Stroll: My personal walking routes.

• Curated Shopping: From the antique shops and galleries to the generational stalls, I’ve marked the places where craftsmanship is still the priority.

• Free in-app updates as I continue to return to the place that raised me.

• Lifetime access (meaning there’s no limit to using it).

Stop scrolling through generic guides. Add 8 years of local living to your phone and experience the Kyoto that most people drive right past.

Once your purchase has been made, you will receive an invitation to join my private Google Maps Locations and an easy instruction manual. At checkout, please provide your Google Maps account email address.