Komatsucho Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Komatsucho
Popular places to visit
Kenninji Temple
Visit this Zen Buddhism temple for a slice of history, art and tranquility. It is said that the temple is the oldest of its kind in Kyoto.
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
This World Heritage temple is ingeniously built, without nails, and takes its name from the nearby waterfall.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
This mountain shrine is dedicated to the goddess of rice. Time your descent to coincide with the lighting of the lanterns.
Nijō Castle
This 17th-century castle complex was once a seat of unfathomable power and wealth.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
This stunning temple, glittering with gold leaf, is a renowned Buddhist site, first built in the 1300s as a shogun.
Activities
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Lunch
Kyoto: Insider Sake Experience with 7 Tastings and Snacks
Samurai Performance and Casual Experience: Kyoto Ticket
Hidden Temples in Kyoto a Self-Guided Zen Tour
Osaka & Kyoto & Nara Top Hightlights English Speaking Tour
Our pick of the best Komatsucho Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
clean, outstanding onsen (6 separate baths + steam sauna), convenient location for transportation and shopping, many dining options nearby, breakfast buffet was expansive
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Spotless. Decent size for Japan. But you need to move around furniture if you have large suitcases. Book the room with 2 beds if you want more space!
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Clean,comfortable room and beds
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
everything was wonderful...great helpful staff..excellent free coffee too.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
sequence KYOTO GOJO
Great hotel, good location, great bar, good staff, late checkout, good vibe.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Yes
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Komatsucho
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Sannenzaka Museum or Three-Year Slope.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Ryozen Kannon War Memorial 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.
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.
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.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or GEAR - Art Complex 1928, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Okazaki
Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Murin-an while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.
