Top 5 Surprising Facts About Kyoto

Kyoto isn’t just Japan’s ancient capital… it’s home to secrets most travelers NEVER

hear about. Here are the Top 5 Facts About Kyoto! #5 Kyoto’s Cherry Blossom Season Is

Legendary. Every spring, millions travel to Kyoto to see cherry blossoms

bloom along temples, gardens, and rivers. It's one of the most beautiful seasonal

displays on the planet. #4 The City Was Almost Destroyed in World War 2.

Kyoto was originally on the list for the atomic bomb—but was spared because of its cultural

importance. As a result, its historic architecture remains incredibly well-preserved.

#3 The Bamboo Forest Has Its Own Soundtrack. Arashiyama’s Bamboo Grove is officially recognized by Japan’s