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

A classical red brick building

Where the emperors and nobles enjoyed themselves

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

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

The school Yae Niijima’s husband Joseph dreamed of opening

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

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

Learn about the defenses of this castle town and building fireproofing

A shrine affiliated with boars and protection for the lower body

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

Refined, high-quality Japanese stationery and incense

Weave, watch, and wear traditional textiles from elegant Kyoto

Appreciate the palm-sized artworks

Tie your prayers under the branches of the willow trees

Packed full of nutrients from plants from Japan and China

Enjoy seasonal, gorgeous food in a restaurant that still maintains Meiji charm in a machiya-style townhouse

Hearton Hotel Kyoto offers a restaurant, coin-operated laundry facilities. Rooms come with free wired internet, while free Wi-Fi is available at the lobby.