Komatsucho
Kyoto
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
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.
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 Komatsucho
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
I love this hotel!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Great stay!!!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Restaurant was great, hotel clean, rooms quiet and laundry room a bonus!
Reviewed on 3 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
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 Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Art Center, 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 Kawaramachi Street or Kyoto International Manga Museum, 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.
