Motoyoshichō Travel Guide

Kyoto
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Popular places to visit

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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.

Kiyomizu Temple
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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.

Fushimi Inari Shrine
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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.

Nishiki Market
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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.

Kyoto Tower
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Nijō Castle

Visit the world of the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.

Nijō Castle
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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.

Kinkaku-ji Temple

Things to do

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Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip

฿1,957
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip
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eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

฿187
Per adult
74% of travellers recommend
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
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Non-Reserved Shinkansen Trip from Tokyo to Kyoto or Osaka

฿3,100
Per adult
Non-Reserved Shinkansen Trip from Tokyo to Kyoto or Osaka
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Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip

฿2,179
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip
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Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, GION

฿2,051
Per adult
Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, GION
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Skip the lines Basic Ticket at SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM TOKYO

฿879
Per adult
Skip the lines Basic Ticket at SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM TOKYO
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Top hotels in Motoyoshichō

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿3,370 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿3,370
฿3,761 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,301 reviews)
"Place was perfect! Not too far from shopping center but far enough to not be crowded. Would highly recommend staying here if youre visiting Kyoto."

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2024

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,284 reviews)
"This was an absolutely wonderful hotel to stay at very clean, great staff and very spacious rooms. Thanks The blossom hotel!"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

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Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿3,761 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿3,761
฿4,137 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,334 reviews)
Spacious rooms!
"Very very impressed with the room, had lots of space to spread out and felt at home. The only downside was the baths, was not aware it was a naked onsen and separated men and women and thought when booked the hotel they were regular jacuzzzis"

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2024

Hotel Emion Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru, HigashiHorikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿3,507 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿3,507
฿4,325 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,033 reviews)
"The staff was super helpful; the hotel is very professional in the old-school way."

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2024

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿2,496 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿2,496
฿2,755 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 3-star 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,057 reviews)
"Few minutes walk to the Kyoto station. It has 7eleven store inside."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2024

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Keio Prelia Hotel Kyoto Karasuma Gojo
Keio Prelia Hotel Kyoto Karasuma Gojo
4 out of 5
396, Gojokarasuma, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿4,796 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
฿4,796
฿5,276 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (907 reviews)
"Nice stay. Clean & cosy, friendly and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2024

Keio Prelia Hotel Kyoto Karasuma Gojo
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Other neighbourhoods around Motoyoshichō

Gion showing cycling, night scenes and street scenes

Gion

5/5(46 area reviews)

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Maruyama Park while you're exploring the area.

Gion
Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage

Higashiyama Ward

5/5(2 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Kiyomizu Temple 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.

Higashiyama Ward
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka showing street scenes and a small town or village as well as a large group of people

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

5/5(5 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Kiyomizu Temple or Three-Year Slope.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
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Karasuma

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

Karasuma
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Downtown Kyoto

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

Downtown Kyoto
Eikando Temple featuring religious aspects, a garden and a temple or place of worship

Okazaki

Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.

Okazaki

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