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.
Kiyomizu Temple
This World Heritage temple is ingeniously built, without nails, and takes its name from the nearby waterfall.
Kawaramachi Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favourite shopping spot in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
This mountain shrine is dedicated to the goddess of rice. Time your descent to coincide with the lighting of the lanterns.
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.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
This stunning temple, glittering with gold leaf, is a renowned Buddhist site, first built in the 1300s as a shogun.
Activities
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1-Day Bus Tour
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour
Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto
Our pick of the best Komatsucho Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Great stay!!!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Concierge and staff were kind and very helpful. Breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Great hotel with amazing staff and location
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Good breakfast
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Very clean and peaceful place to stay. Loved it!
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Great property in central Kyoto location. Staff is professional, breakfast includes western options and the room was spacious and well appointed.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
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 Kyoto Art Center and Nishiki Market, 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 Kyoto Art Center, 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 Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.
