Kyoto Itinerary with Nintendo Headquarters

1-Day & 2-Day Kyoto Travel Plan (Gaming + Culture)

🗓️ Option 1: Kyoto 1-Day Itinerary (Highlights + Nintendo HQ)

Perfect if you’re short on time but want classic Kyoto + a Nintendo pilgrimage stop.

🌅 Morning – Traditional Kyoto Icons

8:00–10:00 AM | Fushimi Inari Taisha

• Walk through the famous thousands of red torii gates

• Free entry, best before crowds arrive

• Great photo opportunity

10:30–11:30 AM | To-ji Temple (UNESCO Site)

• Kyoto’s tallest pagoda

• Calm, spacious grounds

• Excellent contrast to the busy city center

🍜 Lunch – Southern Kyoto

12:00–1:00 PM

• Try a local ramen or soba shop near Jujo or Kyoto Station

• Budget-friendly and authentic

🎮 Afternoon – Nintendo Headquarters Visit

1:30–2:00 PM | Nintendo Headquarters, Kyoto

• Walk from Kintetsu Jujo Station

• Take photos outside the iconic building

• Respect office rules (no entry, no staff disturbance)

Why it fits well:
Nintendo HQ is in southern Kyoto, making it easy to combine with Fushimi Inari and To-ji without backtracking.

🛍️ Late Afternoon – Downtown Kyoto

3:00–4:30 PM | Nintendo KYOTO (Official Store)
📍 Kyoto Takashimaya S.C.

• Exclusive Nintendo merchandise

• Character statues and displays

• Perfect souvenir stop

🌙 Evening – Gion District

5:30–7:00 PM | Gion Walk & Dinner

• Traditional streets and teahouses

• Possible geisha sightings

• End the day with Kyoto-style kaiseki or yakitori

🗓️ Option 2: Kyoto 2-Day Itinerary (Relaxed + Nintendo Focus)

Ideal for travelers who want balance, depth, and breathing room.

📍 Day 1: Temples & Timeless Kyoto

Morning

• Fushimi Inari Taisha

• To-ji Temple

Afternoon

• Lunch near Kyoto Station

• Kiyomizu-dera Temple

• Walk Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka streets

Evening

• Dinner in Gion or Kawaramachi

• Night stroll along the Kamogawa River

🎮 Day 2: Nintendo HQ + Modern Kyoto

Morning – Nintendo Pilgrimage

9:30–10:30 AM | Nintendo Headquarters

• Take your time for photos

• Enjoy the quiet neighborhood atmosphere

10:45–11:30 AM | Nearby Café Stop

• Small local cafés near Jujo Station

• Great for editing photos or journaling

🍣 Lunch

12:00–1:00 PM | Downtown Kyoto

• Nishiki Market for street food

• Or traditional set meals near Shijo

🛍️ Afternoon – Nintendo & Shopping

1:30–3:00 PM | Nintendo KYOTO Store

• Merchandise, photos, exclusive items

3:30–5:00 PM | Optional Stops

• Kyoto International Manga Museum

• Philosopher’s Path (if you want nature)

• Arashiyama Bamboo Grove (longer transit)

🌙 Evening – Final Kyoto Moments

• Sunset walk in Pontochō Alley

• Farewell dinner with river views

🗺️ Travel Tips for This Itinerary

✔ Use IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) for smooth transport
✔ Visit Nintendo HQ on a weekday for quieter surroundings
✔ Pair southern Kyoto spots together to save time
✔ Nintendo HQ is best as a short, meaningful stop

🎯 Who This Itinerary Is Best For

• 🎮 Nintendo & gaming fans

• 🌸 First-time Kyoto visitors

• 📸 Travel vloggers & bloggers

• 🧭 Travelers wanting culture + pop culture balance