Best around Gion, Kawaramachi, Kiyomizu-dera Temple Spot List

Conveniently located ten minutes on foot from Kiyomizudera Temple. Enjoy sightseeing in Kyoto empty-handed with our kimono rental with no time limit.

A store with popular character goods and Japanese miscellaneous goods perfect for souvenirs, located in Kyoto's Shijo Kawaramachi.

Experience bushido, the way of the samurai. Have a samurai experience readily by trying kembu, a traditional Japanese performing art, or watching a stage performance.

In a store where the world view of Seiko can be felt, expert staff members with sufficient knowledge will help you select your watch.

A vintage accessory shop for women, with items chosen from all over Japan and the world.

Where the successful Hideyoshi Toyotomi worshipped the three-faced Daikokuten

The head temple of the Jodo sect, founded at the place where Honen Shonin passed away. The magnificent monastery was built under the wing of the Tokugawa family.

An ancient temple known as an exemplary viewing spot for autumn leaves since the Heian period.

Walk along the train tracks as cherry blossoms fall around you

Maiko hurry back and forth at night amongst establishments fit for heads of state

The head shrine of all Gion satellite shrines throughout Japan. Local residents call the shrine ”Gion-san.”

Women of all ages patronize this shop

One of Kyoto's most renowned temples, located on the side of Mt. Otowa in the Higishiyama Range. It has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Enjoy Japan's outstanding weeping cherry blossoms

Founded in 1895 for the 1,100th anniversary of the relocation of the capital city to the Heian-kyo, the shrine reproduces the Imperial Palace of the Heian-kyo. It enshrines Emperor Kanmu and Emperor Komei.

The head temple of the Rinzai sect, known as the highest-ranked Zen temple in Japan.

The main street of Gion features a machiya-style townscape on a cobblestone street