Expand your knowledge of the locals' culture and traditions at Yakushi-ji Temple. Take a moment or two for some quiet contemplation in this place of worship.

This Nara place of worship is an interesting spot to start your day of sightseeing. There's lots to see nearby, including Todaiji Temple, Nara Park, and Horyu-ji Temple. Take your time at Yakushi-ji Temple before making tracks to these other fine sights.

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Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo

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$1,160

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Oct 4 - Oct 7

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Los Angeles (LAX) to Osaka (KIX)

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Very clean and large room compared to small rooms generally in Japan. Clean and next to train station.

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KABIN Kyoto

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Los Angeles (LAX) to Osaka (KIX)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (151 reviews)

The hotel is beautiful, and the room was huge. They have one of the best walk-in showers I’ve seen, and the location is great. However, they don’t offer room service.

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MONday Apart Premium Osaka Namba WEST

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Osaka (KIX)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (125 reviews)

Mamba Station has so many food options. Can walk to Dotombori.

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