Miyagawacho
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One of Kyoto's five *hanamachi* (geisha districts), located along the Kamogawa River, offering a tranquil atmosphere. Known as a place where you can easily experience the culture of *maiko* and *geiko*, traditional performing artists.
Highlights
- Tranquil atmosphere of a geisha district
- Easily experience the culture of *maiko* and *geiko* (geisha and apprentice geisha)
- Scenic streets along the Kamogawa River
- Numerous *ochaya* (tea houses) and *ryotei* (high-class restaurants)
- Traditional performing arts shows and events
Basic Information
- Address
- 3-chome, Miyagawa-suji, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto-fu Search for tourist attractions in Kyoto
- Access
- City Bus No. 81 from "Kyoto Station Hachijo-guchi Avanti" to "Nakagyo-shima" Keihan Bus, Inari Taisha Fushimi Daigo Line from "Kyoto Station Hachijo-guchi" to "Keihan Nakagyo-shima" JR Take the JR Nara Line from "Kyoto" Station to "Tofukuji" Station, transfer to Keihan Line, and then go to "Nakagyo-shima" Station. Take the JR Nara Line from "Kyoto" Station to "Tofukuji" Station, transfer to Keihan Line, and then go to "Fushimi Momoyama" Station. Kintetsu Take the Kintetsu Line from "Kyoto" Station and get off at "Momoyamagoryomae" Station. Show route
- Op.Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
- Cld.Days
- Saturdays and Sundays
- Fee
- INFO
Overview
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