Nishijin
Popular places to visit
Kitano Tenmangū
This shrine was created in 947 to mollify a furious spirit. Now, students and tourists gather to soak in the ambience of its traditional architecture and gardens.
Seimei-Jinja Shrine
You can find out about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Seimei-Jinja Shrine. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Kenkun Shrine
You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a visit to Kenkun Shrine. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Hirano Shrine
Learn about the local history of Kyoto with a stop at Hirano Shrine. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Funaoka Thermal Bath
Enjoy an outing to Funaoka Thermal Bath during your stay in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens, or seek out the local tours.
Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters
Explore the campus of Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters as part of your travels around Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Tea ceremony by the tea master in Kyoto SHIUN AN
Sencha-do the Japanese Tea Ceremony Workshop in Kyoto
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple
Night Walk in Gion: Kyoto's Geisha District
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Other neighborhoods around Nishijin
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historic sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Kawaramachi Street and Seimei-Jinja Shrine are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
Central Kyoto
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Seimei-Jinja Shrine. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
Nakagyo Ward
Travelers love Nakagyo Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street.
Downtown Kyoto
If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi Street and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Kita Ward
The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamigamo Shrine and Kamo Shrine are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kitaoji Station or Kitayama Station to get around the larger area.
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.
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- Doshisha University
- Kitano Tenmangū
- Funaoka Thermal Bath
- Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters
- Kamishichiken Kabukai
- Seimei-Jinja Shrine
- Kenkun Shrine
- Daihonzan Myoren-ji Temple
- Senbon Shakado
- Uhoin
- Genbu Shrine
- Funaokayama Park
- Hirano Shrine
- Daishogunhachi Shrine
- Ryuhonji Temple
- Kamishichiken Saihoni Temple
- Hokyo-ji Temple
- Soushunan
- Myokenji Temple
- Jobonrendaiji Temple