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

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

Handmade artisanal canvas bags that are study and built to last

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.

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

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

Walk along the train tracks as cherry blossoms fall around you

Located right by ”COTO CROSS,” a landmark in Shijo Kawaramachi. A shop that adds color to the streets of Kyoto.

Search for your favorite aroma

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

The object of worship here is Amida Nyorai and the statue of Prince Shotoku in the main hall is an important cultural property

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.

Enjoy performances from maiko up close

Large electronics store directly connected to Kyoto-kawaramachi Station. Tax-free shopping (Tax Refund) on all items, with multilingual support.

Famous for its tea room, ”Hasso-no-seki”

A facility introducing Kyoto’s traditional crafts

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

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

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.

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

Don't miss seeing the resting place for Shinsengumi members, Mibu-zuka