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    This site compiles frequently asked questions and various documents on sightseeing in Kyoto.
    It contains an unparalleled collection of over 700 FAQs, which are based on the expertise gained from handling inquiries at the Kyoto Tourist Information Centre (Kyo-Navi).
    Under the tab for downloading materials, you will find PDF documents and sightseeing maps distributed at tourist information centers, as well as leaflets on facilities and services provided by the members of Kyoto City Association.
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Where can I smoke in Kyoto City?

Smoking on streets and sidewalks is very dangerous. Kyoto City ordinances have banned smoking outside of designated areas on all streets of the city. Furthermore, persons who smoke in designated nonsmoking areas will be fined 1,000 yen. Please smoke only in designated smoking areas.

*The following areas of Kyoto City have been designated non-smoking:
The city's central area, Kyoto Station and surrounding area, Kiyomizu and Gion areas

> See more here:
https://www.city.kyoto.lg.jp/bunshi/cmsfiles/contents/0000027/27498/291010-2-003kinshikuiki.gif

In Kyoto, you can find "Kyoto City Public Smoking area". Smokers are asked to smoke inside that area.
https://www.city.kyoto.lg.jp/bunshi/page/0000027498.html

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