Shimokawaracho
Kyoto
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Popular places to visit
Ryozen Kannon War Memorial
You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Ryozen Kannon War Memorial. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Ishibe Alley
Imagine life as it was during the Taisho Period as you explore this preserved Kyoto alley, complete with traditional teahouses, inns and kimono-clad hostesses.
Entokuin Temple
Visitors come to this ancient site for its pleasant temple but stay to relish the nature and tranquility of its serene Zen garden.
Kiyomizu Temple
Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
This shrine at the base of Inari Mountain is dedicated to the goddess of rice and prosperity. See its thousands of red gates around a network of beautiful trails.
Nishiki Market
Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.
Things to do
Kyoto: Zen Meditation at a Private Temple with a Monk
Kyoto: Zen Meditation at a Private Temple with a Monk
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch
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Other neighborhoods around Shimokawaracho
Higashiyama Ward
Traditional-style buildings and protected status define this part of Kyoto, with entertainment in Gion near Yasaka Shrine. Must-see attractions include Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto National Museum, and Namikawa Cloisonne Museum.
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Kiyomizu Temple or Three-Year Slope.
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.
Komatsucho
If you're spending some time in Komatsucho, Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street are top sights worth seeing.
Okazaki
Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Rokakkudo Temple. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
- Kodai-ji Temple
- Ryozen Kannon War Memorial
- Entokuin Temple
- Lake Biwa
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Nijō Castle
- Kyoto University
- Kyoto Tower
- Kawaramachi Street
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Kyoto International Conference Centre
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Heian Shrine
- Yasaka Shrine
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Gion Corner
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Mount Hiei
- Biwako Valley Ski Resort
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Kifune Shrine
- Nanzen-ji Temple