Kyoto attracts approximately 50 million annual visitors, making it Japan's premier cultural destination. This guide presents an efficient one-day itinerary for international visitors to experience four iconic areas: Fushimi Inari Shrine (ranked #1 by TripAdvisor foreign visitors), Kiyomizu-dera (400 yen admission), Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion (500 yen), and Arashiyama. Using the subway one-day pass (800 yen) and city bus pass (700 yen), you can navigate from 8 AM to 6:30 PM, visiting major temples and experiencing authentic Kyoto culture efficiently and affordably.