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The ancient capital of Kyoto is home to both famous shrines and temples and traditional streetscapes.

Visiting shrines and temples, art, shopping,
Everyone enjoys it in their own way.
Kyoto is full of fascinating spots, so choose a stay that suits you.

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Tourist Facilities

Hanamikoji Street

Developed in the early Meiji period, this alley stretches for about 1 kilometer, stretching from Sanjo Street in the north to Kenninji Temple in the south. The surrounding area is lined with a variety of facilities and shops, from Kyoto-style temples and shrines, teahouses, to bars and izakayas.

■Address
Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
*Approx. 5 mins walk from the hotel *Approx. 16 mins by bus from the hotel
Kamo River (riverside)

Kamo River (riverside)

A river that runs from north to south through Kyoto City, stretching for about 33km. It is popular as a place to relax and as a date spot. You can experience the atmosphere of Kyoto in every season.

■Address
Kyoto City Shimogyo Ward Kiyamachi Street Bukkoji Ara
*Approx. 3-minute walk from the hotel *Approx. 5-minute walk from the hotel
Pontocho

Pontocho

This is one of the five geisha districts of Kyoto, and is a 600m long flower street that stretches along the Kamo River from Shijo Street to Sanjo Street. There are also regular restaurants lined up.

■Address
Address: 226 Yamatomi, Pontocho Shijoagaru Nabeyacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, 604-8015
*Approx. 6 minutes walk from the hotel *Approx. 8 minutes by bus from the hotel

Kyoto City Zoo

Opened in April 1903 (Meiji 36) with donations from citizens and city funds, it is the second oldest zoo in Japan. It is home to approximately 600 animals from 160 different species, and also has an animal library.

■Address
〒606-8333 Kyoto City, Sakyo Ward, Okazaki Hoshoji-cho
*Approx. 18 minutes by bus from our hotel *Approx. 18 minutes by bus from our hotel

Kyoto International Manga Museum

The museum's collection currently consists of approximately 300,000 items (as of 2016), including contemporary Japanese manga, historical materials related to manga from the Meiji period onwards, famous manga from around the world, magazines, and animation-related materials.

■Address
〒604-0846 Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, Nakagyo Ward, Karasuma-dori Oike-agaru
*Approx. 19 minutes by bus from the hotel *Approx. 18 minutes by train from the hotel
Nintendo Museum

Nintendo Museum

Nintendo Museum, scheduled to open on October 2, 2024, is a facility where visitors can learn about and experience the history of entertainment through the many products released by Nintendo, a company that is loved by people of all ages and nationalities.

■Address
Address: 56 Kagurada, Ogura-cho, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture, 611-0042
*Approx. 40 minutes by train from our hotel *Approx. 40 minutes by train from our hotel
Nishiki Market

Nishiki Market

This 390-meter-long shopping street is known as "Kyoto's Kitchen." It is a lively shopping street lined with Kyoto's signature flavors, including Kyoto pickles, Kyoto vegetables, yuba (tofu skin), namafu (wheat gluten), and obanzai (traditional side dishes).

■Address
Address: 609 Nishi-Omonjicho, Tominokoji-dori Shijo-agaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, 604-8054
*Approx. 10 minutes on foot from the hotel *Approx. 11 minutes on foot from the hotel

KYOTO AQUARIUM

concept of "life connected with water," this aquarium also offers waterside experiences, making it a popular spot that can be enjoyed by both children and adults.

■Address
〒600-8835 Kyoto City, Shimogyo Ward, Kankijicho 35-1
*Approx. 32 minutes by bus from our hotel *Approx. 30 minutes by bus from our hotel
Arashiyama

Arashiyama

There are many things to see, including the Togetsukyo Bridge over the Katsura River, the impressive bamboo forest, Nonomiya Shrine, and Japan's oldest forest and spring garden.

■Address
Saga in Ukyo Ward and Arashiyama in Nishikyo Ward
*Approx. 41 minutes by train from our hotel *Approx. 45 minutes by train from our hotel

Yamato Bridge

This is a stone bridge on Yamato-oji-dori (Nawate-dori) that spans the lowest reaches of the Shirakawa River. It is lined with traditional merchant houses and teahouses, giving it a Kyoto-like atmosphere.

■Address
Yamatooji-dori, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
*Approx. 5 mins walk from the hotel *Approx. 14 mins by train from the hotel

Shrines and temples

Yasaka Shrine

It is the head shrine of the approximately 3,000 Yasaka Shrines across the country. The Gion Festival, one of the three major festivals in Japan, is held at Yasaka Shrine.
The main hall and the West Tower Gate are designated as Important Cultural Properties of Japan.

■Address
Address: 625 Gion-cho Kitagawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0073
*Approx. 8 minutes on foot from the hotel *Approx. 15 minutes by bus from the hotel

Kenninji Temple

This is said to be the oldest Zen temple in Kyoto. It was founded by Eisai Zenji, who is also known as the father of tea. There is plenty to see, including the gorgeous Wind God and Thunder God paintings (replicas) and the impressive double dragon painting in the lecture hall. The highlight of the temple is the beautiful "Chion Garden," a green world where green maples and moss blend together, which can be viewed from all four sides.

■Address
〒605-0811 584 Komatsucho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City
*About 5 minutes on foot from the hotel *About 10 minutes on foot from the hotel

Heian Jingu Shrine

This shrine was built in 1895 to commemorate the 1100th anniversary of the transfer of the capital to Heian. It is a popular spot where you can enjoy the scenery throughout the four seasons.

■Address
〒606-8341 97 Nishitennocho Okazaki, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City
*Approx. 18 minutes by bus from our hotel *Approx. 20 minutes by bus from our hotel

Kiyomizu-dera Temple

A tourist spot with many famous sights.
Many worshippers visit the shrine regardless of the season. In 1994, it was registered as a World Heritage Site as one of the "Cultural Assets of Ancient Kyoto."

■Address
〒605-0862 Kyoto City Higashiyama Ward Shimizu 1-chome
*Approx. 20 minutes on foot from the hotel *Approx. 8 minutes by bus from the hotel

Kodaiji Temple

It is known as the temple that was built in 1606 by Nene Kita no Mandokoro to pray for the soul of her husband, Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Highlights include the garden designed by Kobori Enshu and the teahouse, Kasatei, designed by Sen no Rikyu.

■Address
526 Shimokawaharacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, 605-0825
*Approx. 13 minutes on foot from the hotel *Approx. 17 minutes by bus from the hotel

Chion-in

This is the head temple of the Jodo sect of Buddhism, founded by the monk Honen. It is famous for Japan's largest wooden Sanmon gate and the New Year's Eve bell. There are 106 buildings of various sizes within the temple grounds.

■Address
400 Hayashishita-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-8686
*Approx. 13 minutes walk from the hotel *Approx. 20 minutes by bus from the hotel

Nanzenji Temple

The head temple of the Nanzenji school of the Rinzai sect. Highlights include the Sanmon Gate, the red brick Suirokaku, and the Hojo Garden.

■Address
〒606-8435 Kyoto City, Sakyo Ward, Nanzenji Fukuchicho
*Approx. 21 minutes by bus from our hotel *Approx. 32 minutes by bus from our hotel

Ginkaku-ji

Built by the 8th Shogun, Ashikaga Yoshimasa, it is a symbol of Higashiyama culture, exuding the concept of "wabi-sabi."

■Address
2 Ginkaku-ji Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, 606-8402
*Approx. 30 minutes by bus from the hotel *Approx. 37 minutes by bus from the hotel

Kinkaku-ji

Built as a villa by the third Shogun, Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, it is registered as a World Heritage Site. The Golden Pavilion reflected in the Kyokochi Pond is a wonderful tourist spot.

■Address
1 Kinkaku-ji Kita-ku, Kyoto City, 603-8361
*Approx. 49 minutes by bus from the hotel *Approx. 50 minutes by bus from the hotel

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