Motoyoshichō Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit 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.
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.
Nijō Castle
Visit the world of a wealthy and powerful shogun in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.
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.
Activities
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Nara Early Bird Tour (Kyoto Departure Option Available)
Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience
3 Hours Kyoto Insider Sake Experience
Kyoto 1 Day Tour - Golden Pavilion and Kiyomizu Temple from Kyoto
Our pick of the best Motoyoshichō Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
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Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
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The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
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Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
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Hotel Granvia Kyoto
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THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
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Other neighbourhoods around Motoyoshichō
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.
Komatsucho
While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Three-Year Slope 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 Sannenzaka Museum or Three-Year Slope.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Museum of Kyoto, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
