Originally Posted by
ShopAround
I've pretty much decided on Kyoto. Not into nightlife (I'm a woman traveling alone and don't plan on venturing out at night other than for dinner) and while I like cities, I'm thinking Kyoto might be a nice break after Toyko (and I do plan to make a day trip to Nara).
Much of Kyoto's "nightlife" is smaller niche bars (often focusing on a certain ingredient or theme) or speakeasy-type establishments where you should be fine as a solo female traveler. It can be a very relaxing scene and, to me, is one of the most charming aspects of Kyoto.