Birdwatching in Kyoto
The best birdwatching locations and nearby coffee shops in Kyoto, Japan.
Kyoto Botanical Gardens
Oldest public botanical garden in Japan with diverse habitats. Worth the entry fee - lovely place to have a wander.
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Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
Vast green oasis surrounding the Kyoto Imperial Palace. Could easily spend 4-5 hours hanging out here.
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Kamo River at Shijo-Ohashi Bridge (Gion)
Kamo River flows throughout Kyoto - head up to the Gion district. During Summer, shorebirds live here.
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Takaragaike Park
Walk around the loop track that runs along the edge of the lake to see ducks and bush birds.
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You might also like to birdwatch at Nijo Castle, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine and Kinkaku-ji Temple.