In Japan, it’s common to discover restaurants with a long history, and even in Kyoto Gion, you can find an eel rice bowl restaurant that has preserved its tradition for over 150 years. Named “Kanesho (かね正),” this restaurant specializes in eel rice bowls and is currently operated by the third generation, maintaining an unchanged taste over the years. “Kyoto Gion ...
Continuing east from the Gion main street, the central commercial district of Kyoto, along the Kiyomizu main street, you’ll come across a large shrine known as Yasaka Shrine. Originally called Gion Shrine, it later adopted the name Yasaka Shrine. “Important Shrine in Kyoto, Yasaka Shrine” Yasaka Shrine is located at the eastern end of the Shijo-dori shopping street in Kyoto, ...
After getting off at Kyoto Kawaramachi Station, we walked north along the Kamo River. As it was not yet time for dinner, we were searching for a cafe to spend some time in. Surprisingly, cafes weren’t as visible as expected. Following a narrow alley behind the riverside, we stumbled upon a new bridge, and across from it, we found a ...
After exploring the Kyoto Arashiyama area, we took the Hankyu train to Kawaramachi Station and then headed to the Gion district. Since we had some time before dinner and were eager to relax, we planned to take a brief break at a cafe with a view of the Kamo River. Despite moving to the area recommended by the hotel staff, ...
In the eastern part of Kyoto’s Gion Street, you’ll come across a large shrine easily accessible through a main street entrance. This shrine is known as “Yasaka Shrine,” situated at the eastern end of Gion Street in Kyoto. Originally named Kiyomizu Shrine, it was later changed to Yasaka Shrine. “Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto Gion” The name “Yasaka” comes from a ...
While exploring Kyoto Gion Street, time quickly passed. As it was going to be my last dinner in Japan, I wanted to conclude my stay with a delightful dinner. I initially attempted to visit the well-known yakitori restaurant “Mishimatei” nearby, but unfortunately, it was sold out, leaving me disappointed. “Kyoto Ramen,” a Ramen Shop Visited in Gion, Kyoto Since I ...
To the east of Kawaramachi, the central commercial area in Kyoto, stretches Gion Street. Gion is a charming street lined with traditional Japanese houses, exuding Kyoto’s nostalgic atmosphere. This area is particularly famous as the street of the geisha. “Famous Gion Street as the Geisha District in Kyoto, Japan” Gion Street is well-known as the geisha district. Geisha, a traditional ...