Bird Watching Trail
Local Area
The Westin Miyako, Kyoto, an urban resort surrounded by the green Higashiyama Hills, is located right next to the subway station and within walking distance of downtown. With convenient access to the city, guests can explore the surrounding area or stay close by.
The capital of Japan for more than a thousand years, Kyoto is still considered the country's spiritual capital. Graced with an abundance of temples, shrines, palaces, and gardens, Kyoto boasts 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites. It also maintains a rich cultural heritage as seen in major festivals and rituals such as the Daimonji bonfires.
Refreshing recreation is found nearby at Seta Golf Course in Shiga, about 30 minutes away. We are also within easy walking distance of the famous Nanzenji Temple and Heian Shrine, the Kyoto Art Museum, and the zoo. The Gion District, host to many great local eateries, is also nearby.
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Arts & Culture
- The National Museum of Art, Kyoto (MoMAK) 0.8 km/0.5 miles
- Kyoto Municipal Museum 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Kyoto International Manga Museum 2.5 km/1.5 miles
- The Museum of Kyoto 2.5 km/1.5 miles
- Kyoto Imperial Palace 3.5 km/2.2 miles
- Nijo Castle 3.5 km/2.2 miles
- Kyoto National Museum 3.5 km/2.2 miles
Community
- Nanzenji Temple 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Kiyomizu Temple 3.0 km/1.9 miles
- Shimogamo Shrine 4.5 km/2.8 miles
- Nishihonganji Temple 5.0 km/3.1 miles
- Toji Temple 7.0 km/4.3 miles
- Ninnaji Temple 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Kamigamo Shrine 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Daigoji Temple 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavillion) 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Enryakuji Temple 10.0 km/6.2 miles
- Tenryuji Temple 11.0 km/6.8 miles
- Saihoji Temple 11.0 km/6.8 miles
- Byodoin Temple 15.0 km/9.3 miles
Corporate Offices
- Kyocera 5.0 km/3.1 miles
- Nintendo Co. Ltd. 5.0 km/3.1 miles
- Murata Machinery Ltd. 6.0 km/3.7 miles
Golf
- Seta Golf Course 17.0 km/10.6 miles
Local Attractions
- Heian Shrine 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Kodaiji Temple 2.0 km/1.2 miles
- Osaka Castle Hall 50.0 km/31.1 miles
Recreation
- Kyoto City Zoo 0.5 km/0.3 miles
- Universal Studios Japan 50.0 km/31.1 miles
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