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The shrines and temples of Kyoto offer a rare link between modern life in the city and its very ancient past. The Shimogamo Shrine dates to the 6th century and seems suspended in time, its serenity and spiritual power still palpable. Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, then see the life-sized Thousand Armed Kannon statues of Sanjūsangen-dō. Enjoy traditional geisha performances, then savor a tranquil meal at a restaurant overlooking the Kamo River.
Restaurants in Kyoto
1. Kuraya Hashimoto
2. Petit A Petit
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
3. Kyoto Shibori Museum
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5.0 based on 64 reviews
Kyoto Shibori Museum is located southeast of Nijo castle; 5-min. walk from subway Nijojo-mae station; Adults 800yen; Open: 9:00-17:00; Shibori arts, tools and samples of shibori are displayed. You can try on shibori kimono in a quick and simple way for FREE. Shibori class in English is available(reservation recommended); silk scarf: from 3,850yen, approx 30-min. Museum shop: variety of original shibori items, scarves, bags, fabrics and souvenirs are sold at the reasonable price. Museum for all textile lovers on this planet.
Reviewed By 490emmak - Newcastle, Australia
The Shibori workshop was a highlight of my trip. I arrived at 10 am and was able to immediately attend a Shibori workshop with an instructor who spoke excellent English and was very knowledgeable. As I was the only English speaker there I got a private class. It was great to be able to try my hand at this ancient craft. Following the class I got a private tour of the small museum, I did not realise there were so many techniques. If you enjoy craft I highly recommend doing a class.
4. Shigeharu Cutlery
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5.0 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By Halide69 - Ballina, Australia
I've been wanting to get a useful souvenir from my trip to Japan. I enjoy cooking (and eating) so I've had my eye on an authentic Japanese Nakiri knife. I purchased one from Shigeharu in damascus steel for ¥20000. This price included putting my name on the blade. I'm looking forward to using the knife and trying to improve my knife skills.
5. Kyoto Kimono Rental Yumeyakata Oike Bettei
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5.0 based on 19 reviews
Wearing traditional costumes, such as kimonos or yukatas, while strolling historical and picturesque streets has become a trend when sightseeing in Kyoto. It is an authentic cultural experience that will unexpedtedly leave you with many beautiful photos and memories not easily forgotten. Yumeyakata is one of the biggest kimono rental shops in Kyoto. We provide kimonos for rent not only for ladies
6. Hikeshi Spirit, Kyoto
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
HIKESHI refers to the fire fighter organization of the Edo era. Firefighters in the Edo era were considered heroes and a symbol of Japan's "sophistication". This brand tells a story of the chic and sophisticated Japan lived in the edo era.
7. Nishigishi Furniture
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
We provide a full line of comfortable wooden products and furniture for your life, including furnitures with solid woods, love seats and sofa, cutleries, and toys. The cutleries and toys are good for souvenir and gift as your memory in Japan..
8. 846 Yajiro Nijo Rikyu
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
We are sports bland maker, and our products are manufactured in Japan and loved by famous athletes to use.We develop and sell necklace, bracelet and sportswear which function for fatigue recovery and improvement of body function and sleep for athletes.Recently, not only athletes but also ordinal men and women also use our products in several sports scene or for control of physical condition.On technical point of view, 5 kinds of Power Stone mined in Japan raise basal body temperature by approaching to water occupying 70% of body, and it causes recovery of autoimmune function and makes fatigue recovery and improvement of body function and sleep.Especially belly warmer becomes to be popular as Japanese healthy survivor in all over the world because it functions for immune strength, metabolism improvement and stabilizing automatic nerve by heating belly. Please put it in sleep and feel such Japanese culture.846YAJIRO supports comfortable life for people in all over the world!!
9. Kyoto Craft Mart Westin Miyako Hotel
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
The Westin Miyako Shop opened in January 2013. From Japanese goods and traditional craftsmanship, to beverages, sweets, brand goods, or convenience store food, you will find a broad assortment of goods in our gift shop.
10. Musubi Kyoto Teramachi
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5.0 based on 11 reviews
Kimono,Yukata and a variety of Kyoto souvenirs are available.
Reviewed By 765natalied - New York City, United States
They have all sorts of styles for all ages and genders, different fabric types and lengths! Affordable prices for 100% silk too.
