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City in Kansai, Japan
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Kyotanabe (京田辺市, Kyōtanabe-shi) is in Kyoto Prefecture, Japan.
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一休寺
Constructed by the Ikkyu-san, a famous Zen master, around 1456. Ikkyu-san was a real person, but famously features in children's folktales as a child monk who is able to outsmart adults with his quick wit and word-play. He lived here in the late parts of his life and his relics are buried within the temple grounds. The temple features a beautiful Zen rock garden, a statue with actual hair from Ikkyu-san, a museum featuring information and artifacts from Ikkyu-san and a variety of expressive Buddhist statues.
観音寺
澤井家住宅
無ニ荘牡丹園
今村芳翠園
A famous local sweets shop known for the Ikkyu Roll and Kyotanabe Roll featuring the local gyokuro (tea). The shop has been operating here since 1932.
ピノキオ
A high-quality Italian pasta restaurant offering spaghetti dishes with various meat, tomato, and white sauce dishes. They also have a nice variety of pizzas and soups.
An authentic Thai restaurant with friendly staff.
SPA&HOTEL水春
A spa resort with hot springs, relaxation chairs, and fitness gym. All of these facilities are free for staying guests. Outside visitors may also use them for a fee.
キララ商店街
The Kirara Shotengai is dedicated to the city's mascot, Kirara-chan, a cheerful girl with rainbow pigtails. Along with restaurants and other shops, the shotengai has the Kirara no Eki, which is where you buy Kirara-themed souvenirs. You can also get some information about the town and purchase other local souvenirs. Across the street at the butcher shop is where you can buy the Kirara Croquette, as well.
By bus
Most travelers will find the trains to be the most convenient way to reach Kyotanabe. Nevertheless, there are buses connecting Kyotanabe to other cities.
By car
There are car rentals available near Shintanabe Station. Biking is a good way to explore Kyotanabe since the sites are spread out.
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