Nishijin Travel Guide

Kyoto

Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Nishijin
Nishijin
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Photo by Dominik Gehl
Photo by Dominik Gehl

Popular places to visit

Kyoto which includes heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

Kitano Tenmangū

This shrine was created in 947 to mollify a furious spirit. Now, students and tourists gather to soak in the ambience of its traditional architecture and gardens.

Kitano Tenmangū
Seimei-Jinja Shrine

Seimei-Jinja Shrine

Seimei-Jinja Shrine is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Seimei-Jinja Shrine
Kenkun Shrine

Kenkun Shrine

Kenkun Shrine is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Kenkun Shrine
Heian Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship, religious elements and heritage architecture

Hirano Shrine

Hirano Shrine is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Hirano Shrine

Funaoka Thermal Bath

Enjoy an outing to Funaoka Thermal Bath during your stay in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.

Funaoka Thermal Bath

Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters

Walk around the campus at Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters as part of your travels around Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters

Things to do

Kyoto Kimono Rental mimosa for Families

Kyoto Kimono Rental mimosa for Families

฿1,050
per traveller
Kyoto Kimono Rental mimosa for Families
Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Family Package

Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Family Package

฿1,054
per traveller
Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Family Package
Concerts Played with Traditional Instruments in Kyoto

Concerts Played with Traditional Instruments in Kyoto

฿1,265
per adult
Concerts Played with Traditional Instruments in Kyoto
Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set

Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set

฿948
per adult
Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

฿114
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Kiyomizu-dera Temple-1

Osaka & Kyoto & Nara Top Hightlights English Speaking Tour

฿1,755
per adult
Osaka & Kyoto & Nara Top Hightlights English Speaking Tour
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Top hotels in Nishijin

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Nakadachiuri, Shinmachi-dori Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ฿4,213 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
฿4,213
฿4,634 total
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,574 reviews)
Though it was further away from the train station, but hotel offers free shuttle every 20 minutes which was great.

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,735 reviews)
The amenities were amazing.

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

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Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable rooms with amenities. Staff were very helpful and accommodating. Location is quite central and close to a nearby train station.

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

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Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4 Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ฿6,560 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿6,560
฿7,216 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,975 reviews)
Big room, clean, nice property

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Hotel Emion Kyoto
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
74 Nakajimacho,Kawaramachi Higashi-iru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ฿1,858 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
฿1,858
฿2,350 total
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,334 reviews)
Clean room. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ฿2,228 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
฿2,228
฿2,451 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,009 reviews)
The room was very clean the beds comfortable. Lots of amenities and the breakfast had something for everyone.

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
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Other neighbourhoods around Nishijin

Kyoto featuring autumn colours, snow and religious aspects

Kamigyo Ward

Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Nishijin Textile Center and Uhoin are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.

Kamigyo Ward
Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond

Central Kyoto

4.5/5(364 area reviews)

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 Nishijin Textile Center and Uhoin.

Central Kyoto
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Nakagyo Ward

5/5(10 area reviews)

Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle are top sights in Nakagyo Ward, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station to see more sights in the area.

Nakagyo Ward
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Teramachi Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto
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Kita Ward

The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamo River and Funaoka Thermal Bath are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kitaoji Station or Kitayama Station to get around the larger area.

Kita Ward
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Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma

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