Kawaramachi, Nakagyoku Area

Try Traditonal Local Crafts!


This area has been famous for its traditonal textile industry, Nishijin-ori(weaving). Lately, young artists bring new culture into this neighborhood.

Sarashina: Handmade soba(buckwheat noodles). Soba is cooked on request so as not to lose the flavor. Phone: 075-841-5933
Onomiyasu: Restaurant at 1st Fl. Nishijin Textile Center. Phone: 075-432-6131

Kohshiya: Near Nijo-jo Castle. Since 1912. The shop building is traditional Kyoto-style house. Japanese sweets in old days. Phone: 075-841-4464
Rinryusho-do: Since end of Edo era. Various kinds of incense. Small packages are good for a souvenir.
Aji Noren: Nishijin Textile Center. A souvenir shop Phone: 075-432-6131

Nishijin Textile Center: Kimono fashion show tells you the beauty of kimono.
Historical materials and documents are displayed. Hand-on learning is
available.
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Nijo-jo Castle: Tea ceremonies are occasionally held. Lots of trees and
flowers, especially hundreds of plum trees are worth viewing in February/March.
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