Kami-toba
Kyoto
Visit Kami-toba
Popular places to visit
Kiyomizu Temple
Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.
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 shrine at the base of Inari Mountain is dedicated to the goddess of rice and prosperity. See its thousands of red gates around a network of beautiful trails.
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.
Nijō Castle
Visit the world of a wealthy and powerful shogun in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.
Things to do
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
Kyoto Geisha Walking Tour: Gion District & Hidden Gems
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Kami-toba
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Nice spacious and clean room, great amenities. Loved the onsen and the free soba noodles!
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Loved our room with three beds. It worked perfectly for our family and was so comfy. The property is very beautiful and staff was very helpful. I would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
The bakery were some of the best pastries I had on vacation!! The restaurant menu is not to be missed and overall the location was fabulous! Rooms were a great size as well.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Breakfast outstanding
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Ideally located hotel in Kyoto, very good service and amenities. Only negative was noise from other guests as walls were thin.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Always enjoy staying here! Great location and the rooms are quite spacious for Japan standards
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kami-toba
Minami Ward
Travellers choose Minami Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station and check out top sights like Kawaramachi Street.
Fushimi Ward
You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Tofuku-ji Temple is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Station Building.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Ukyo Ward
Gardens, forests and river views highlight some notable features of Ukyo Ward. Make a stop by Aeon Mall Kyoto or Shijo Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station or Hanazono Station to get around town.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
