If you love everything to do with traveling by rail, make your next stop Kyoto Railway Museum. The exhibits here tell the story of the role trains have played in society.

When you've spent a bit of time at this Central Kyoto rail transportation exhibition, why not check out Kiyomizu Temple, Nijō Castle, and Kyoto Imperial Palace? They're close to Kyoto Railway Museum and also a favorite with many travelers.

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