territories near Kyoto; Kyoto vicinity
Historical term referring to the area around the capital, Kyoto. Often used in contexts related to the Heian period or earlier administrative divisions.
See also: 畿内
The Kyoto vicinity flourished as a cultural center from ancient times.
territories near the imperial palace; palace vicinity
More specific than sense 1, focusing on the immediate area around the imperial palace. Rare standalone use; mostly found in historical or literary descriptions.
Security in the palace vicinity was especially strict.