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

4.5/5(221 reviews)

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

Kiyomizu Temple
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

4.5/5(391 reviews)

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

Fushimi Inari Shrine
Nishiki Market featuring street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

Nishiki Market

4.5/5(125 reviews)

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
Nijo Castle showing a pond, heritage architecture and a castle

Nijō Castle

4.5/5(198 reviews)

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

Nijō Castle
Kyoto Tower

Kyoto Tower

4/5(164 reviews)

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

Activities

Kennin-ji Temple

Tea Ceremony Experience & Nishiki Market Walking Tour

NZ$167
per adult
Tea Ceremony Experience & Nishiki Market Walking Tour
Yasaka Pagoda

Kyoto Gion Walking Tour for First Time Visitors

NZ$47
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$1,326
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$1,177
per traveller
Private geisha show with Maiko, an geisha apprentice
Kyoto E-bike Tour

Kyoto E-Bike Tour

NZ$216
per adult
Kyoto E-Bike Tour
Private Guided Food Walking Tour in Kyoto

Kyoto Private Guided Food Tour With A Guide

NZ$172
per adult
Kyoto Private Guided Food Tour With A Guide
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Our pick of the best Komatsucho Hotel Deals

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
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! (3,201 reviews)
Highly recommend staying here
"Highly highly recommend! As soon as you step foot into the hotel, the service was amazing! The staff did not speak great English, but we were able to use simple words to communicate. The property itself is immaculate! No shoes are allowed as soon as you entered the hotel. I wore my white socks around ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

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Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
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$95 per night from 2 July to 3 July
NZ$95
2 July - 3 July
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! (1,651 reviews)
"Nice location, only few mins walk to Kyoto Station. The Room was spacious and very clean. Staff were very helpful. Overall a good hotel. Highly recommended if you want to stay near kyoto station."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
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 WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,057 reviews)
"We liked the hotel a lot, beautiful decorations spacious room, comfortable beds, very clean helpful staff. Nice bathroom. A very convenient location just a block away from the train station. A 7eleven almost across from the hotel. Good air conditioning made out stayed wonderful."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

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THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$147 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$147
1 July - 2 July
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! (1,694 reviews)
"nice hotel"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

Hotel Emion Kyoto
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
3.5 out of 5
9-3 Kankiji-cho, Shimogyoku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$137 per night from 30 June to 1 July
NZ$137
30 June - 1 July
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (645 reviews)
"The breakfast buffet was a highlight of this property as it offered variety. The onsen while small was big enough for what it is used for"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
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 NZ$210 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$210
18 July - 19 July
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,242 reviews)
"Fantastic service. Friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Komatsucho

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka showing street scenes and a small town or village 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 showing cycling, night scenes 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 featuring religious aspects, a garden 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 Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.

Okazaki
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Downtown Kyoto

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

Downtown Kyoto

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