Recreational Facilities in Kyoto
While many people may spend their time in Japan visiting all the must see spots and restaurants, there is more to do in Japan than sightseeing. For those looking for recreational activities to enjoy in Kyoto, we have a list of recreational facilities that might just help.
Recreational Facilities in Kyoto
Toei Kyoto Studio Park
Toei Kyoto Studio Park is the only theme park in Japan where you can observe the filming of period dramas (jidaigeki films). Here you can walk freely around the Toei Kyoto Studio film set. This set depicts a street from the Edo period, and is used to shoot more than 200 films per year. Enjoy the atmosphere of ancient Japan by taking in a ninja show maybe even dressing up as a geisha or samurai. You will find all kinds of entertainment for both the young and the old, in this world of imagination and creation.
- Location: Kyoto, Kyoto
- Access: Nearest station is the JR Uzumasa station
- Website: http://www.toei-eigamura.com/en/
Kyoto City Zoo
The Kyoto City Zoo is the second oldest zoo in Japan and is a member of JAZA. The zoo is home up to 721 individual animals spanning over 175 species. The zoo has an wildlife rescue center that is operated in cooperation with Kyoto prefecture and Kyoto city, though it is not open to the public.
- Location: Kyoto, Kyoto
- Access: Nearest station is the Subway Keage station
- Website: https://www5.city.kyoto.jp/zoo/lang/en/
Kyoto Aquarium
Kyoto Aquarium is located quite a ways away from the ocean. Kyoto Aquarium aims to become a facility where people can learn about and interact with water resources and aquatic life while having fun, offering more than just the traditional aquarium experience of observing aquatic life and samples. Their Dolphin show is unique and the aquarium is located in a zone that recreates the aquatic environment of a river in Kyoto
- Location: Kyoto, Kyoto
- Access: Nearest station is the JR Kyoto station
- Website: http://www.kyoto-aquarium.com/en/index.html
- Rental Apartments & Houses in Kyoto
- Rental apartments and houses in a wide range of areas in Kyoto city, Shimogyo-ku and Higashiyama-ku where many Expats & Diplomats chose to live.
- Serviced Apartments in Kyoto
- These serviced apartments are available for short-term stays, are fully furnished and also include amenities such as concierge service, 24 hour security and more.
