Best around Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace Spot List

A store specializing in Buddhist altar equipment in Kyoto's Kawaramachi district. We sell all sorts of equipment, including Buddhist altars, Buddhist statues, rosary, incense sticks and candles.

A temple that has existed since the Warring States period and is connected to Nobunaga

The school Yae Niijima’s husband Joseph dreamed of opening

A well-established ryokan where people of culture would gather for traditional performance art during the Taisho period

Refined, high-quality Japanese stationery and incense

A shrine affiliated with boars and protection for the lower body

Weave, watch, and wear traditional textiles from elegant Kyoto

Learn about the defenses of this castle town and building fireproofing

A place for relaxation for the citizens of Kyoto and famous for its plum blossoms

A castle that is deeply rooted in the history of the Tokugawa Clan and became an important historic site during the Meiji Restoration when power was returned to Japan's Imperial Family.

A classical red brick building

Where the emperors and nobles enjoyed themselves

Packed full of nutrients from plants from Japan and China

Appreciate the palm-sized artworks

A historical ryokan designated as a tangible cultural property where every room offers a view of the garden

Tie your prayers under the branches of the willow trees

A massive collection of manga from all over the world, from the famous to rare finds

Successive generations of emperors lived at the site of these historical remains

More than a thousand picture postcards adorn this store's walls, including valuable ones from Kyoto's art galleries and museums as well as other regions of Japan. In fact, searching for your favorite postcard here feels like viewing artworks in an actual museum. Items popular among non-Japanese people, such as folding screens and folding fans, are available too.

About a 10-minute bus ride from Saiin Station. A Japanese suit brand offering a variety of popular items, including non-iron shirt, washable suits, and a wide selection of business attire for both men and women.