Kyoto Unknown

Kyoto as
Locals Know it.

Handpicked cafes, hidden temples, local bars, and quiet corners. A curated guide built by Kyoto locals to the places that make this city unforgettable.

Available free on iOS

Not another travel app.

No algorithms. No sponsored listings. No tour-guide commissions. Just places we actually go to, picked by people who live here.

Curated places

Every place personally visited and vetted. Temples, cafes, bars, experiences, each one worth your time.

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Budget planner

Tap the places you want to visit and see what your day will cost. Build collections and estimate budgets.

Filter by mood

Feeling like coffee and slow time? Or an evening out? Browse by mood and find exactly what fits.

Map with directions

Colour-coded pins, filterable legend, and walking directions to Apple Maps or Google Maps.

EXPLORE BY CATEGORY

Cafe & Coffee
Food & Dining
Bars & Nightlife
Temples & Shrines
Experiences

From the blog

Guides, stories, and tips for the hidden side of Kyoto.

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