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Kyoto, Japan: Trail-Tempered Advice on Finding Real Shelter

Don't come to Kyoto for the polished brochure version. I’ve spent years navigating its worn-down alleys, far from the tour bus routes. This isn't about perfectly preserved temples; it's about the weathered wood and the people who maintain them. I'm offering hard-won guidance on finding shelter that doesn’t insulate you from the city’s true pulse. These are places to rest your head between real encounters, not gilded cages. Forget the frills and find a foothold.

People mistake Kyoto for a finished piece of art, hung carefully for their observation. They pay fortunes to sleep in rooms that are just as curated. That is the first and most costly error. The ci...

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