Komatsucho Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Komatsucho
Photo by Atsushi Ueno
Photo by Atsushi Ueno
Photo by Maurizio Mangano
Photo by Maurizio Mangano

Popular places to visit

Kenninji Temple which includes a temple or place of worship, autumn leaves and interior views

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.

Kenninji Temple
Kiyomizu Temple showing a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Kiyomizu Temple

This World Heritage temple is ingeniously built, without nails, and takes its name from the nearby waterfall.

Kiyomizu Temple
Nishiki Market featuring street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

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
Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and interior views as well as a small group of people

Fushimi Inari Shrine

This mountain shrine is dedicated to the goddess of rice. Time your descent to coincide with the lighting of the lanterns.

Fushimi Inari Shrine
Kyoto Tower

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
Nijo Castle showing a pond, heritage architecture and a castle

Nijō Castle

This 17th-century castle complex was once a seat of unfathomable power and wealth.

Nijō Castle

Activities

Kennin-ji Temple

Tea Ceremony Experience & Nishiki Market Walking Tour

NZ$165
per adult
Tea Ceremony Experience & Nishiki Market Walking Tour
Private Guided Food Walking Tour in Kyoto

Kyoto Private Guided Food Tour With A Guide

NZ$174
per adult
Kyoto Private Guided Food Tour With A Guide
Yasaka Pagoda

Kyoto Gion Walking Tour for First Time Visitors

NZ$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Walking Tour for First Time Visitors
Private Geisha show with Maiko, an apprentice Geisha

Private Geisha show with Maiko, an apprentice Geisha

NZ$1,312
per traveller
Private Geisha show with Maiko, an apprentice Geisha
Private geisha show with Maiko, an geisha apprentice

Private geisha show with Maiko, an geisha apprentice

NZ$1,165
per traveller
Private geisha show with Maiko, an geisha apprentice
Kyoto E-bike Tour

Kyoto E-Bike Tour

NZ$174
per adult
Kyoto E-Bike Tour
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Our pick of the best Komatsucho Hotel Deals

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

4.5 out of 5
572 Komatsucho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$446 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$446
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, free train station pick-up, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (951 reviews)
"Nice well-appointed hotel just on the border of the Gion area. Great breakfast and quite nice sentó hot bath."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$243 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
NZ$243
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,371 reviews)
"Fantastic traditional Japanese breakfast and western options as well. The hot springs were amazing and the best hard but very comfortable - it felt good for the back!"

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

4.5 out of 5
JR Kyoto Station, Karasuma Chuo-guchi, Karasuma-dori, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$232 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
NZ$232
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,630 reviews)
"Fantastic location"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Hotel Granvia 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 NZ$100 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$100
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,782 reviews)
"Good breakfast variety"

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$175 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$175
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,128 reviews)
"Good food and services!"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$125 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$125
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,794 reviews)
"Property is nice and close to many attractions. There is also transportation (JR line) close by. Lots of food options and small shops. Close to Starbucks. Aquarium and railway museum just around the corner. 7-11 is just right beside hotel. Currency exchange machine at 7-11 as well."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Hotel Emion Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Komatsucho

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

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

5/5(4 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
Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage

Higashiyama Ward

5/5(9 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
Gion featuring night scenes, cycling and street scenes

Gion

5/5(58 area reviews)

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

Gion
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Karasuma

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

Karasuma
Eikando Temple showing a garden, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Okazaki

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Okazaki
Kyoto showing mountains and a river or creek

Downtown Kyoto

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

Downtown Kyoto

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