For many travelers, it's just not a vacation without a trip to the mall. Stop by Pontocho where you can spend the entire day browsing its stores.

If you're going to Pontocho Alley in Central Kyoto, leave time to check out other places too. After you've covered off this shopper's paradise, Kiyomizu Temple is close by and will keep you on the move for a bit longer.

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