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Kyoto, Japan, proposals a mix of history, culture, and a petite but welcoming gay scene. The city stands out with its temples, traditional tea houses, and pretty gardens. It’s a place where you can scout ancient Japan while enjoying modern comforts. The same-sex attracted scene in Kyoto is smaller compared to Tokyo or Osaka, but it still has some local charm. You’ll find most
Kyoto, Japan, offers a mix of history, customs, and a small but welcoming gay scene. The city stands out with its temples, traditional tea houses, and beautiful gardens. It’s a place where you can explore ancient Japan while enjoying contemporary comforts.
The gay scene in Kyoto is smaller compared to Tokyo or Osaka, but it still has some local charm. You’ll find most of the LGBTQ-friendly bars and cafes in the Gion and Kawaramachi areas. Several bars cater to the LGBTQ community, with a few places specifically for gay men. It’s ordinary to see mixed crowds where you can encounter locals and travelers.
For sightseeing, Kyoto has plenty to offer. Start with Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned for its thousands of red torii gates. Then, vis
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Kyoto, the ancient heart of Japan esteemed for its temples, ancient traditions, mysterious geisha and more conservative attitudes. Nowhere in Japan are gay travelers likely to face discrimination, but the proof is that the gay scene in Kyoto is beautiful low-key and overshadowed by nearby Osaka.
Kyoto functioned as Japan’s capital and the emperor’s residence for over a thousand years until 1868, when it was moved to Tokyo in the country’s push to modernize. Today, Kyoto remains one of the country’s largest cities with a sizable population of 1.5 million people – but it managed to pull off a timeless experience lacking in all of its other major cities.
Saved from the destruction of the atomic bomb during WW2 thanks to its exceptional historic value, Kyoto today is not only a city of historically priceless structures but also of artisans.
Art, music, and literature thrive here, as do cultural experiences. No traveler should leave Japan without trying.
Clubs/Bars
The only club of leaflet in Kyoto is the Metro. Click here for more details on this month's events. Clubs generally have a cover ask for that includes one or two drinks.
Especially in Kyoto, bars are very miniature and cater to a primarily Japanese crowd. Some staff can manage in English, but if you don't speak Japanese, it's much harder to socialise. Most bars are uncover at 8pm. They usually have a 'set' menu of one drink and snacks for about 1500 yen.
Metro (map) | The Metro is not a queer club, and every overnight has a different theme. There is a monthly drag queen show, however, that is quite entertaining. Visit Hello!Gorgeous for schedule details. | |||
Apple | This is a very friendly and foreigner-friendly exclude. The master (Yuji) is not only cute, but a really nice guy. Please visit, and declare Yuji how you start out about Apple. | |||
Azure (map) Visit Japan and one of the first things you’ll notice is the country’s intense cultural duality. High-speed trains, flashing neon lights and a futuristic skyline set the scene in Tokyo, the country’s mecca of modernity. In stark contrast, Kyoto remains the cultural capital of the archipelago, perfect preservation of traditional Japan. Here, stylish geishas amble along cobbled roads before disappearing into wooden teahouses. Fragrant incense wafts from within centuries-old temples. Tranquil Zen gardens provide moments for relaxation and contemplation. It’s classical Japanese heritage in a nutshell—and it’s absolutely mesmerizing. Given Kyoto served as Japan’s historic capital for over 1,000 years, this cultural cred doesn’t approach as much of a surprise. Neither, then, should Kyoto’s vibrant local cuisine and thriving arts and crafts scene that showcase Japan’s globally admired flavours and handicrafts. And while Kyoto might keep one foot rooted in the past, the city has a significant gay group that follows suit with Japan’s reputation as a leader for gay rights in Asia. Discover the best of this spellbinding destination with our ultimate gay Kyoto guide. Trip Design Wof Service to Asia's Gay & Woman loving woman Community!
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