Shijō Kawaramachi, Kyoto

Name: Shijō Kawaramachi
Address: Kyoto, Japan

#235 among attractions in Kyoto

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Shijō Kawaramachi is a vibrant part of central Kyoto, Japan where Shijō and Kawaramachi Streets intersect. Kawaramachi Street runs parallel to the Kamo River on the eastern side of Kyoto, while Shijō Street runs east–west through the center of the city. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°0'14"N, 135°46'9"E

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Shijō Kawaramachi – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Yasaka Shrine, Yasaka-no-to Pagoda, Kennin-ji, Maruyama Park.

0.5 miE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Yasaka Shrine, Kyoto
13 min walk • Yasaka Shrine, nestled in the heart of Kyoto, is a beacon of tradition and an enduring testament to Japan's spiritual heritage. This historic Shinto shrine, also known as Gion Shrine, is renowned for its stunning architecture and its pivotal role in the city's cultural...
0.7 miSE
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Yasaka-no-to Pagoda, Kyoto
18 min walk • The Yasaka-no-to Pagoda, also known as Yasaka Pagoda, is a quintessential piece of Kyoto's historic skyline. This five-story pagoda stands proudly in the city's Higashiyama district and is part of the Hokan-ji Temple, a Buddhist temple with a history that stretches...
~1870 ftSE
Buddhist temple with tea and a Zen garden
Kennin-ji, Kyoto
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kyoto, Japan, Kennin-ji stands as a serene testament to the city's rich Buddhist heritage. As the oldest Zen temple in Kyoto, this historical site offers a tranquil retreat from the bustling streets and a chance to immerse oneself in the...
0.7 miE
Urban park known for its cherry blossoms
Maruyama Park, Kyoto
17 min walk • Maruyama Park is a park in Kyoto, Japan. It is noted as the main center for cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto, and can get extremely crowded at that time of year. The park's star attraction is a weeping cherry tree which becomes lit up at night. It also becomes busy in the New Year's Eve Festivals.
0.7 miW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Kyoto Art Center, Kyoto
17 min walk • The Kyoto Art Center is a venue for promoting the arts which is located in the heart of Kyoto, Japan. The center, a three-story reinforced-concrete building, occupies the site of the former Meirin Elementary School.
0.6 miNW
Temple, Buddhist temple
Rokkaku-dō, Kyoto
15 min walk • The Rokkaku-dō, official name Chōhō-ji, is a Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan, said to have been established by Prince Shōtoku. The name comes from its main hall's hexagonal shape. This temple is part of the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage.
0.5 miN
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Honnō-ji, Kyoto
12 min walk • Honnō-ji is a temple of the Nichiren branch of Buddhism located in Kyoto, Japan. Its honzon is mandara-honzon from Namu Myōhō Renge Kyō.
~820 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Minami-za, Kyoto
4 min walk • Minami-za is the primary kabuki theatre in Kyoto, Japan. It was founded in 1610 as Shijō Minami-za. The current building, with a 1,086 seat capacity, was built in 1929.
~1900 ftN
Street
Sanjō Street, Kyoto
10 min walk • Sanjō Street（三条通さんじょうどおり sanjō dōri）is a major street that crosses the center of the city of Kyoto from east to west, running from Shinomiya in the Yamashina-ku ward to the vicinity of the Tenryū-ji in Arashiyama.
0.5 miN
Street
Zest Oike, Kyoto
14 min walk • Oike Street is a mayor street that crosses the center of the city of Kyoto from east to west, running approximately 4.9 km from Kawabata Street to Tenjingawa Street.
0.7 miSE
Temple, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites
Yasaka Kōshin-dō, Kyoto
18 min walk • Yasaka Kōshin-dō, or in its full name Daikoku-san Kongō-ji Kōshin-dō is a small temple located in Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan. The temple can be found in the vicinity of Kiyomizu-dera.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Shijō Kawaramachi?

Nearby attractions include Teramachi Street, Kyoto (4 min walk), Minami-za, Kyoto (4 min walk), Shinkyōgoku Street, Kyoto (6 min walk), Nishikikōji Street, Kyoto (7 min walk).

How to get to Shijō Kawaramachi by public transport?

The nearest stations to Shijō Kawaramachi:

Train

Kyoto Kawaramachi (1 min walk)
Gion-shijo (4 min walk)

Bus

Shijokawaramachi • Lines: 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 3, 4, 41, 43, 5, 51, 62, 63, 65, 66, 67, Mn17, 京都岡崎ループ, 特16, 特17 (2 min walk)
Shijo Kawaramachi • Lines: 16, 17, 51, 特16, 特17 (2 min walk)

Metro

Sanjo Keihan • Lines: T (12 min walk)
Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae • Lines: T (13 min walk)

Light rail

Shijō - ōmiya • Lines: A (30 min walk)