my brother lived in kyoto for about 6 years as an english teacher and my mom visited him. it is a beautiful, clean, lovely city! lots of great food and pretty streets. the only downsides (which tbh, sound like upsides to me) are that the japanese can feel a little "fake" in their constant politeness. it can be hard to find genuine connection, people are not so extroverted and personal with strangers.

congratulations OP!! study hard, but not too hard!!! ヽ(´∇`)ノ