Motoyoshichō
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Nijō Castle
Visit the world of the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.
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.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.
Things to do
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
1-Day Kyoto Rail Tour by Bullet Train from Tokyo
Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Bus Tour
Discover Geisha Arts: Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show
Kimono And Yukata rental In Kyoto (men's plan)
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Other neighborhoods around Motoyoshichō
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Kyoto Gion Lamp Museum while you're exploring the area.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Kiyomizu Temple and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.
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.
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
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.
Central Kyoto
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station.
- Lake Biwa
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Kawaramachi Street
- Nishiki Market
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Nijō Castle
- Kyoto Tower
- Kyoto University
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Yasaka Shrine
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Heian Shrine
- Kyoto International Conference Centre
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- To-ji Temple
- Mount Hiei
- Nanzen-ji Temple
- Biwako Valley Ski Resort
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Kifune Shrine
- Kyoto Aquarium
- Hanamikoji Street
- Sanjo Street