Originally Posted by
evergrn
I too find boring what most other visitors may find enchanting as it relates Kyoto. Not particularly keen on temples, museums and old things. Actually, I thought Kyoto was really cool the first one or two times, but it's no longer a place I care to spend much time in. However, that is just my outlier opinion and I try not to let that affect my recommendations to others visiting Jpn. Fact is, most visitors to Jpn love Kyoto (as does my wife). You have to be mindful of that. So I wholeheartedly tell people to visit Kyoto. You can present your opinion, but I'd be careful about making suggestions such as "avoid Kyoto."
I guess my friends and business associates are very much like me. I have three sets of friends/coworkers that have gone and come back with the same opinion I expressed. Yes, if you have time why not go and decide for yourself. If you have one day for a trip somewhere I would not choose Kyoto. My opinion is to avoid but as you say, that's just my opinion and everyone should decide for themselves.