Chojiburocho Travel Guide
Kyoto
Visit Chojiburocho
Popular places to visit
Kawaramachi Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favourite shopping spot in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
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 the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.
Things to do
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Top hotels in Chojiburocho
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"Highly recommended! Breakfast buffet is incredible! The room was perfect for the three of us. Hot springs were amazing!"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
"Great staff and very clean property."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Rihga Gran Kyoto
"great price for a lovely hotel, their breakfast buffet was excellent and the communal bath was an added perk to make our visit even more enjoyable! I will be returning again soon!"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
"Great location right beside Kyoto Station, clean room and lots of washers/dryers, 12 in total. The staff were very helpful."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
"Very nice hotel located close to the train station with several shops and restaurants inside the building. The hotel connects to the train station through a pedestrian bridge which is very convenient. Transaction locally (within Kyoto) is via bus (typical for Kyoto) or Uber/Taxi."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
"The room was clean but hotel did not have laundry services or a gym."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Chojiburocho
Central Kyoto
Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center.
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.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Sumiya Pleasure House. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kawaramachi Street or Kyoto International Manga Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
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.
