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

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.

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

Discover Western Japan's only Snow Peak Apparel flagship store, right here in historic Kyoto.

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

Where the successful Hideyoshi Toyotomi worshipped the three-faced Daikokuten

For centuries, Nishiki Market has been known and loved as Kyoto's kitchen.

Famous for its cherry blossoms and being one of Kyoto’s three Kumano Shrines

Twin Dragons created during the Heisei period watch over Kyoto’s oldest Zen temple

Here at Shoren-in Temple, Emperor Kanmu prayed for peace for the capital and buried a shogun statue inside its burial mound

Walk along the train tracks as cherry blossoms fall around you

Enjoy performances from maiko up close

A stone paved street where shops of long standing are lined up, full of Kyoto atmosphere

A zoo raising approximately 130 different species of animals. Encountering small animals is fun!

A temple founded in Higashiyama by Hideyoshi Toyotomi's wife, Nene, to mourn his passing and pray for his soul. The nighttime illuminations in spring, summer and fall are beautiful to see.

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.

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

The museum’s shop is a must-see, too

From crafts, paintings, and more: this museum has many famous works on display

A facility introducing Kyoto’s traditional crafts

Enjoy Japan's outstanding weeping cherry blossoms