{ "items": [ { "item": "Visit over 1,000 Buddhist temples in Kyoto to see true masterpieces of religious architecture", "done": false }, { "item": "Explore excellent restaurants in traditional wooden buildings", "done": false }, { "item": "Stop by the sprawling Shinto shrine for a unique visual spectacle", "done": false }, { "item": "Catch a glimpse of old Japan in Kyoto's traditional entertainment district, Gion", "done": false }, { "item": "Walk through picturesque lanes in Kyoto, including Shinbashi", "done": false }, { "item": "Visit the bamboo grove in Arashiyama for a magical experience", "done": false }, { "item": "Spend a lazy afternoon in the Kyoto Imperial Palace Park", "done": false }, { "item": "Visit the immensely popular temple in northwest Kyoto with a gold-plated main hall", "done": false }, { "item": "Plan travel to Kyoto during the cherry blossom season in late March to early April or the autumn leaves season in November", "done": false }, { "item": "Research guest house accommodation and simple meals for a budget-friendly trip", "done": false }, { "item": "Look into first-class hotels and top cuisine for a luxury experience", "done": false }, { "item": "Use the public transport system to get around the city", "done": false }, { "item": "Explore the city on foot or by bike to enjoy its compact size and bike-friendly roads", "done": false }, { "item": "Go hiking in the surrounding mountains for excellent hiking experiences", "done": false } ] }