Southern Kyoto
Travel Guide





Visit Southern Kyoto
Where to stay in Southern Kyoto

Minami Ward
Consider a visit to Kawaramachi Street and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Minami Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station.

Fushimi Ward
Fushimi Ward is a destination travelers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to explore sights like Tofuku-ji Temple.

Higashikujo Nishisannocho
While there might not be top attractions in Higashikujo Nishisannocho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower.

Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho
While there might not be top attractions in Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower.
Kami-toba
While Kami-toba might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jonangu Shrine and Kyoto Railway Museum.

Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho
When in Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho, you can plan a visit to Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Station Building, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Popular places to visit

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.

Kyoto Tower
In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation.

Sanjusangen-do Temple
This temple is the famous site where thousands of hand-carved deities from the 13th century flank the longest wooden building in Japan.

Kyoto Station Building
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Kyoto Station Building during your trip to Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Railway Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Kyoto Railway Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Higashi Honganji Temple
After visiting Higashi Honganji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

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Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch

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- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Kyoto Tower
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Kyoto Aquarium
- Higashi Honganji Temple
- Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium
- To-ji Temple
- Umekoji Park
- Katsura Imperial Villa
- Daigo-ji Temple
- Bamboo Forest Muko City
- Saihoji Temple
- Sumiya Pleasure House
- Sekihoji Temple
- Ichihime Shrine