Katsura, Kyoto

Name: Katsura
Address: Kyoto, Japan

#233 among attractions in Kyoto

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Katsura is a neighborhood in Nishikyo-ku, in the western part of the city of Kyoto, Japan. Predominantly residential in character the district is situated and the western bank of the Katsura River. The neighborhood is renowned as the location of the Katsura Imperial Villa, a historic garden maintained by the Imperial Household Agency. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 34°58'50"N, 135°42'3"E

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Katsura – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Katsura Imperial Villa, Takebishi Stadium, Saihō-ji, Hannaryz Arena.

0.5 miNE
Historic palace with a Japanese garden
Katsura Imperial Villa, Kyoto
14 min walk • Nestled in the tranquil city of Kyoto, the Katsura Imperial Villa stands as a pinnacle of traditional Japanese architecture and garden design. This exquisite site, also known as Katsura Rikyu, is a paragon of the Japanese aesthetic, offering visitors a glimpse into the...
1.2 miNE
Sport complex, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Takebishi Stadium, Kyoto
30 min walk • Takebishi Stadium, a versatile venue in the heart of Kyoto, Japan, offers locals and tourists alike the opportunity to immerse themselves in a variety of sporting and cultural events. This multi-purpose stadium is a hub for athleticism and entertainment within the...
1.2 miNW
Buddhist temple with famed moss garden
Saihō-ji, Kyoto
31 min walk • Saihō-ji is a Rinzai Zen Buddhist temple in Matsuo, Nishikyō Ward, Kyoto, Japan. The temple, which is famed for its moss garden, is commonly referred to as "Koke-dera", meaning "moss temple", while the formal name is "Kōinzan Saihō-ji".
1.3 miNE
Sport, Sport venue
Hannaryz Arena, Kyoto
34 min walk • Hannaryz Arena is an arena in Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan. It is the home arena of the Kyoto Hannaryz of the B.League, Japan's professional basketball league.