Accommodation Around Kuzuha Station, Hirakata

You can take time to visit Suntory Yamazaki Distillery during your travels to Shimamoto. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

If you like shopping, take time out to go to Kuzuha Mall when in Hirakata. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area – your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

You can find out about the history of Hirakata when you stop by Kushuonin Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Find out about the history of Hirakata when you take a trip to Katano Shrine. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Shimamoto Town Historical & Folk Museum during your trip to Shimamoto. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing, head to Iwashimizu Hachiman-gu – just one of the monuments located 9.9 mi (16 km) from the centre of Kyoto. Our travellers also love the sacred temples in the area – your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Yawata has other landmarks that you might want to visit, such as Nishiki Market.