Japan · guideKnow before you go: KyotoThe short answers first. Tap any topic for the details.¥ JPYcurrencyA / B100 V plug$180a day, mid-rangeTopics8 · tap to readVisa1 tipMost international travelersRules changeSafety1 tipSafe for most travellersThe usual city care in crowdsMoney2 tipsThe currency is JPY (¥)A day costs about $180 mid-rangeGetting around1 tipKyoto has an excellent public transport systemMany central attractions are also walkableWhen to go2 tipsBest monthsOur guide rates JulyLanguage1 tipJapanese is spoken hereA greetingGood to know4 tipsPurchase a Kyoto City Bus One-Day Pass for convenientVisit popular temples early in the morningCrowds1 tipVery high crowds in seasonGo early to the big sightsSafety is Travlyo’s own reading, not an official figure. Official advice: US State Department ↗ · UK Foreign Office ↗Say it in Japanese · 1 of 8HelloTap to flipHelloこんにちはkon-nee-chee-WA