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

Walk along the train tracks as cherry blossoms fall around you

Articles from Ryoma Sakamoto and the Shinsengumi are on display

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

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.

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

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

The shrine to the north of the main hall of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, whose spirit is worshipped as a deity of marriage. A pair of guardian stones in the grounds known as ”Koi uranai-no-Ishi” dates back to the Jomon period.

Famous for a painted fusuma from Tohaku Hasegawa

A facility introducing Kyoto’s traditional crafts

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.

Enjoy performances from maiko up close

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

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

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

Women of all ages patronize this shop

Search for your favorite aroma

Handmade artisanal canvas bags that are study and built to last

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

The museum’s shop is a must-see, too