Guidebook for Kyōto-shi, Fushimi-ku
Sightseeing
日本全国３万社以上の稲荷神社の総本宮。１万本以上の朱色の鳥居は一見の価値があり、世界中の人々が訪れている。Fushimi Inari is a popular tourist spot loved by tourists from around the world. Particularly famous for its beautiful vermillion torii gates
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Fushimi Inari Taisha Sanshuden
68 Fukakusa Yabunouchichō日本全国３万社以上の稲荷神社の総本宮。１万本以上の朱色の鳥居は一見の価値があり、世界中の人々が訪れている。Fushimi Inari is a popular tourist spot loved by tourists from around the world. Particularly famous for its beautiful vermillion torii gates
This temple is the head temple of the Tofukuji School of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism. The garden of Tofukuji is one of the best place to admire brilliant autumn colors.
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臨済宗大本山東福寺
15-chōme-778 HonmachiThis temple is the head temple of the Tofukuji School of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism. The garden of Tofukuji is one of the best place to admire brilliant autumn colors.
World Heritage Kiyomizu-dera Temple
When some big decision is done, we say "to jump off the stage at Kiyomizu."
Access: Get off at Kiyomizu Gojo Station. Walk toward the East along Gojo Street about 25 minutes.
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Temple Kiyomizu-dera
World Heritage Kiyomizu-dera Temple
When some big decision is done, we say "to jump off the stage at Kiyomizu."
Access: Get off at Kiyomizu Gojo Station. Walk toward the East along Gojo Street about 25 minutes.
Ginkakuji (銀閣寺, Silver Pavilion) is a Zen temple along Kyoto's eastern mountains (Higashiyama). In 1482, shogun Ashikaga Yoshimasa built his retirement villa on the grounds of today's temple, modeling it after Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion), his grandfather's retirement villa at the base of Kyoto's northern mountains (Kitayama). The villa was converted into a Zen temple after Yoshimasa's death in 1490.
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Higashiyama Jisho-ji
GinkakujichōGinkakuji (銀閣寺, Silver Pavilion) is a Zen temple along Kyoto's eastern mountains (Higashiyama). In 1482, shogun Ashikaga Yoshimasa built his retirement villa on the grounds of today's temple, modeling it after Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion), his grandfather's retirement villa at the base of Kyoto's northern mountains (Kitayama). The villa was converted into a Zen temple after Yoshimasa's death in 1490.
It is perhaps the most widely-recognized image of Kyoto. Seen reflected in the adjoining "mirror pond" with its small islands of rock and pine, Kinkaku-ji Temple, "The Temple of the Golden Pavilion," is a breathtaking must-see.
The temple's garden is also a scenic delight and contains in its grounds a charming teahouse.
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Kinkaku-ji
KinkakujichōIt is perhaps the most widely-recognized image of Kyoto. Seen reflected in the adjoining "mirror pond" with its small islands of rock and pine, Kinkaku-ji Temple, "The Temple of the Golden Pavilion," is a breathtaking must-see.
The temple's garden is also a scenic delight and contains in its grounds a charming teahouse.
Arashiyama (嵐山) is a pleasant, touristy district in the western outskirts of Kyoto.
The Togetsukyo Bridge is Arashiyama's well known, central landmark. Many small shops, restaurants and other attractions are found nearby, including Tenryuji Temple, Arashiyama's famous bamboo groves and pleasure boats that are available for rent on the river.
(Access)
Please use Subway Karasuma Line to Kyoto station. Change there for JR Sagano Line and get off at Saga-Arashiyama station.
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Arashiyama
Sagatenryuji Tateishicho Ukyo WardArashiyama (嵐山) is a pleasant, touristy district in the western outskirts of Kyoto.
The Togetsukyo Bridge is Arashiyama's well known, central landmark. Many small shops, restaurants and other attractions are found nearby, including Tenryuji Temple, Arashiyama's famous bamboo groves and pleasure boats that are available for rent on the river.
(Access)
Please use Subway Karasuma Line to Kyoto station. Change there for JR Sagano Line and get off at Saga-Arashiyama station.
Ryoanji Temple (龍安寺, Ryōanji) is a Zen temple and is the site of Japan's most famous rock garden, which attracts hundreds of visitors every day. This rock garden is certainly worth seeing.
(Access)
Please use Keihan Line to "Sanjo station."
Take the city bus 59 to "Ryoanji-mae" stop.
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Ryōan-ji
Ryōanji GoryōnoshitachōRyoanji Temple (龍安寺, Ryōanji) is a Zen temple and is the site of Japan's most famous rock garden, which attracts hundreds of visitors every day. This rock garden is certainly worth seeing.
(Access)
Please use Keihan Line to "Sanjo station."
Take the city bus 59 to "Ryoanji-mae" stop.
Over 1200 years have passed since the founding of Kyoto as the capital of Japan.
Considered to be one of the top three festivals in all of Kyoto, Heian Shrine's Jidai Matsuri (Festival of the Ages) is held on October 22nd each year.
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Palais impérial de Kyoto
3 KyōtogyoenOver 1200 years have passed since the founding of Kyoto as the capital of Japan.
Considered to be one of the top three festivals in all of Kyoto, Heian Shrine's Jidai Matsuri (Festival of the Ages) is held on October 22nd each year.
June 21st.
The Kobo-san market is one of the two best markets in town. This is a great chance to buy used kimono, ceramics, antiques and bric-a-brac, along with food and drink. 16 min walk distance from JR Kyoto Station.
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Toji
KujōchōJune 21st.
The Kobo-san market is one of the two best markets in town. This is a great chance to buy used kimono, ceramics, antiques and bric-a-brac, along with food and drink. 16 min walk distance from JR Kyoto Station.
May 25, Tenjin-san Market
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine can be directly reached by Kyoto City Bus number 50 or 101 from Kyoto Station (230 yen, 30 minutes).
An indirect but perhaps quicker route during rush hours is to take the Karasuma Subway Line to Imadegawa Station and catch the 102 or 203 bus to the shrine. In either case get off at the Kitano Tenmangumae bus stop.
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Kitano-temmangū Shrine
Bakurocho Kamigyo WardMay 25, Tenjin-san Market
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine can be directly reached by Kyoto City Bus number 50 or 101 from Kyoto Station (230 yen, 30 minutes).
An indirect but perhaps quicker route during rush hours is to take the Karasuma Subway Line to Imadegawa Station and catch the 102 or 203 bus to the shrine. In either case get off at the Kitano Tenmangumae bus stop.
15 May. Aoi Festival. At 10:30, the procession leaves Kyoto Imperial Palace, stops by at Shimogamo-jinja Shrine and finally arrives at Kamigamo-jinja Shrine around 15:30. Upon arrival of the procession, dance performances and horse events take place.
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Sanctuaire Shimogamo
下鴨泉川町-59 左京区15 May. Aoi Festival. At 10:30, the procession leaves Kyoto Imperial Palace, stops by at Shimogamo-jinja Shrine and finally arrives at Kamigamo-jinja Shrine around 15:30. Upon arrival of the procession, dance performances and horse events take place.
Everything Else
Kyoto Station is the city's main railway station, served by all trains of Japan Railways (including shinkansen), Kintetsu Railways and the Karasuma Subway Line. A large bus terminal is in front of it.
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Kyoto Station
Higashishiokōji Kamadonochō Shimogyo WardKyoto Station is the city's main railway station, served by all trains of Japan Railways (including shinkansen), Kintetsu Railways and the Karasuma Subway Line. A large bus terminal is in front of it.
The Fushimi Sake District is a charming, traditional sake (good taste) brewing district along the willow-lined Horikawa River in southern Kyoto. Wooden boats carry sightseeing cruise passengers.
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Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
247 MinamihamachōThe Fushimi Sake District is a charming, traditional sake (good taste) brewing district along the willow-lined Horikawa River in southern Kyoto. Wooden boats carry sightseeing cruise passengers.
Essentials
5 minutes' walk to a supermarket "Life." It is offering a wide variety of food and household products. You can cook yourself.
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Life
7 Fukakusa Hiratachō5 minutes' walk to a supermarket "Life." It is offering a wide variety of food and household products. You can cook yourself.
JR Kyoto Isetan department store occupies 10 stories in the western portion of the station building. Goods on sale include clothing, accessories, fresh food, local souvenirs, stationery and more.
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Jr Kyoto Isetan
東塩小路町 下京区JR Kyoto Isetan department store occupies 10 stories in the western portion of the station building. Goods on sale include clothing, accessories, fresh food, local souvenirs, stationery and more.
Arts & Culture
Kyoto Manga Museum is located a 2 minute walk from the Karasuma-Oike Subway Station (K8), 5 stations from Jujo (K13). It has a massive collection of manga, including small one of foreign artists.
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Musée international du manga de Kyoto
452 KinbukichōKyoto Manga Museum is located a 2 minute walk from the Karasuma-Oike Subway Station (K8), 5 stations from Jujo (K13). It has a massive collection of manga, including small one of foreign artists.
Exhibitions and Events: The Art of ZEN from Mind to Form. April 12 - May 22, 2016
Access : Get off at Shichijo Station. Walk toward the East along Shichijo Street about seven minutes.
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Musée national de Kyoto
527 ChayachōExhibitions and Events: The Art of ZEN from Mind to Form. April 12 - May 22, 2016
Access : Get off at Shichijo Station. Walk toward the East along Shichijo Street about seven minutes.
Food Scene
Why don't you try any Japanese food? I'd like to recommend some restaurants, you will be satisfied.
Torisei Honten is a famous Yakitori restaurant and Sake bar. It is located in the Fushimi Sake District. Many visitors are in line at the time of the opening of the restaurant.
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Torisei
186 KamiaburakakechōTorisei Honten is a famous Yakitori restaurant and Sake bar. It is located in the Fushimi Sake District. Many visitors are in line at the time of the opening of the restaurant.
Musashi is a conveyor belt sushi restaurant. It is in the Kyoto station building (Asty Road). Many visitors, including foreign tourists, are in line at lunch time. The taste is good and the price is reasonable. I recommend this restaurant.
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Sushi no Musashi
8-3 Higashishiokōji TakakurachōMusashi is a conveyor belt sushi restaurant. It is in the Kyoto station building (Asty Road). Many visitors, including foreign tourists, are in line at lunch time. The taste is good and the price is reasonable. I recommend this restaurant.
Nishiki Market (錦市場, Nishiki Ichiba) is a narrow, five block long shopping street lined by more than one hundred shops and restaurants. Known as "Kyoto's Kitchen", this lively retail market specializes in all things food related, like fresh seafood, produce, knives and cookware, and is a great place to find seasonal foods and Kyoto specialties, such as Japanese sweets, pickles, dried seafood and sushi.
(Access)
Take City Subway at Jujo station (K13) and get off at Shijo station (K09)
Hours and Fees
Hours Varies by store, typically 9:00 to 18:00
Closed Varies by store, typically Wednesday or Sunday
Fee Free
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Nishiki Market Shopping District
Nishidaimonjichō Nakagyo WardNishiki Market (錦市場, Nishiki Ichiba) is a narrow, five block long shopping street lined by more than one hundred shops and restaurants. Known as "Kyoto's Kitchen", this lively retail market specializes in all things food related, like fresh seafood, produce, knives and cookware, and is a great place to find seasonal foods and Kyoto specialties, such as Japanese sweets, pickles, dried seafood and sushi.
(Access)
Take City Subway at Jujo station (K13) and get off at Shijo station (K09)
Hours and Fees
Hours Varies by store, typically 9:00 to 18:00
Closed Varies by store, typically Wednesday or Sunday
Fee Free
Sapporo Kani-ya Kyoto is a large restaurant with an elaborate interior design in a Japanese atmosphere. It provides a variety of seats as tatami rooms, private rooms, “Horigotatsu” style seating, and tables.
In order to satisfy you with the taste and flavor of Hokkaido, they focus on fresh, well-selected groceries and crabs. You can enjoy Japanese cuisine and the various crab dishes as kani-sukiyaki, crab sashimi, boiled crab, etc.
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Sopporo Kaniya Kyoto
月見町-2 東山区Sapporo Kani-ya Kyoto is a large restaurant with an elaborate interior design in a Japanese atmosphere. It provides a variety of seats as tatami rooms, private rooms, “Horigotatsu” style seating, and tables.
In order to satisfy you with the taste and flavor of Hokkaido, they focus on fresh, well-selected groceries and crabs. You can enjoy Japanese cuisine and the various crab dishes as kani-sukiyaki, crab sashimi, boiled crab, etc.
Sukiyaki Kimura
http://nttbj.itp.ne.jp/0752310002/index.html
寺町商店街の中にある長い歴史をもつレストランです。良心的な値段で和牛のすき焼きを楽しめます。
For some good sukiyaki, please try this reliable old restaurant in the Teramachi Shopping Arcade. The taste is good and the price is reasonable.
Sukiyaki Kimura
Higashidaimonjichō Nakagyo WardSukiyaki Kimura
http://nttbj.itp.ne.jp/0752310002/index.html
寺町商店街の中にある長い歴史をもつレストランです。良心的な値段で和牛のすき焼きを楽しめます。
For some good sukiyaki, please try this reliable old restaurant in the Teramachi Shopping Arcade. The taste is good and the price is reasonable.
京都でも有名なカニ料理の専門店です。料金は高めですがおいしい料理を楽しめます。https://douraku.co.jp/kansai/kyotohonten/
Kani Doraku is the home of delicious crab cuisine. The price is a little bit high, however the taste is good.
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Kani Doraku Kyoto Honten
525 Tenshōjimaechō京都でも有名なカニ料理の専門店です。料金は高めですがおいしい料理を楽しめます。https://douraku.co.jp/kansai/kyotohonten/
Kani Doraku is the home of delicious crab cuisine. The price is a little bit high, however the taste is good.
竹島ICHIGO is welcoming and superb spot to sample kaiseki suisine. 松花堂弁当 costs 3,240 yen. The price is reasonable and taste is good. It's a riverside restaurant open balconies looking out to Kamo river.
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京料理・割烹 竹島 ICHIGO
竹島ICHIGO is welcoming and superb spot to sample kaiseki suisine. 松花堂弁当 costs 3,240 yen. The price is reasonable and taste is good. It's a riverside restaurant open balconies looking out to Kamo river.
Drinks & Nightlife
The "Sky Lounge Southern Court" on the south side of the 15th floor offers sweeping views of the ancient capital. It is the perfect place to savor your favorite drink while listening to live music and enjoying the beautiful night view.
(Access)
Please use Subway Karasuma Line. "Kyoto station" is 2 stops away from "Jujo."
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Hotel Granvia Kyoto
Higashishiokōjichō Shimogyo WardThe "Sky Lounge Southern Court" on the south side of the 15th floor offers sweeping views of the ancient capital. It is the perfect place to savor your favorite drink while listening to live music and enjoying the beautiful night view.
(Access)
Please use Subway Karasuma Line. "Kyoto station" is 2 stops away from "Jujo."
Shopping
Takashimaya is a famous department store which is beloved by the local. Receive a Takashimaya Shopper’s Card when you show your passport at the specified place within each store, such as the Tax Refund Counter. Takashimaya Shopper’s Card offers a five percent discount. (Access) Take Keihan Line at Fushimi-Inari St. and get off at Gion-Shijo St. (8 min.)
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Takashimaya Kyoto Store
真町-52 下京区Takashimaya is a famous department store which is beloved by the local. Receive a Takashimaya Shopper’s Card when you show your passport at the specified place within each store, such as the Tax Refund Counter. Takashimaya Shopper’s Card offers a five percent discount. (Access) Take Keihan Line at Fushimi-Inari St. and get off at Gion-Shijo St. (8 min.)