Food Scene
Tenkaippin Kujo
吉祥院九条町-48 南区Traditional ramen
There are eating and drinking establishments lined up in a narrow alley. The townscape will be able to feel Kyoto. Also, there is a high possibility to meet the Maiko.
362 locals recommend
Pontocho Area
Kashiwayacho Nakagyo WardThere are eating and drinking establishments lined up in a narrow alley. The townscape will be able to feel Kyoto. Also, there is a high possibility to meet the Maiko.
Sightseeing
Nijojocho
The renovation is over and it is a very beautiful castle.
The 5-story 57 meter high pagoda has long served as a city landmark and a center for spiritual and vibrant community life. On the 21st of each month, a large flea market (Kobo-san market) is held on the grounds of To-ji Temple, drawing vendors from all over Japan. Handicrafts, antique clothing and furniture, children's toys, plants and food are available in abundance.
To fulfill an Imperial decree to protect the city, To-ji temple was built in 794. In 823 it changed hands from the emperor to the Shingon sect of Buddhism's originator, Kobo Daishi. The lecture hall contains 21 striking mandala images which encode Shingon teachings, while the main hall of the temple contains a blend of Chinese
553 locals recommend
Toji
KujōchōThe 5-story 57 meter high pagoda has long served as a city landmark and a center for spiritual and vibrant community life. On the 21st of each month, a large flea market (Kobo-san market) is held on the grounds of To-ji Temple, drawing vendors from all over Japan. Handicrafts, antique clothing and furniture, children's toys, plants and food are available in abundance.
To fulfill an Imperial decree to protect the city, To-ji temple was built in 794. In 823 it changed hands from the emperor to the Shingon sect of Buddhism's originator, Kobo Daishi. The lecture hall contains 21 striking mandala images which encode Shingon teachings, while the main hall of the temple contains a blend of Chinese
Parks & Nature
Kyoto Aquarium
35-1 KankijichōThere is an athletic park which is attached to the aquarium.
Arts & Culture
Kyoto National Museum
527 ChayachōSamurai armor, Japanese sword
Shopping
Mujirushi Ryouhin(Sundries), Daiso(100 yen uniform shop)
9 locals recommend
Aeon Rakunan Shopping Center
吉祥院御池町-31 南区Mujirushi Ryouhin(Sundries), Daiso(100 yen uniform shop)
Essentials
Lawson
吉祥院西ノ茶屋町-81 南区Open 24 hours