Kiyomizu-dera Exploration And Culinary Delights
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11 places in Kyoto: Kiyomizu-dera, Japanese Noodle ISSUN BOUSHI, Sanjo Station, and 8 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in a YouTube post by 懶散日記 / Lazy TV.
Kiyomizu-dera
Place of worship
4.5
A historic and popular Buddhist temple, part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's famous for its wooden stage that juts out from the main hall, offering panoramic views of Kyoto. The temple can be very crowded, especially around midday, so visiting early in the morning or late afternoon is recommended. Admission tickets change seasonally, so collecting all four designs can be a fun activity.
Japanese Noodle ISSUN BOUSHI
Ramen restaurant
4.7
This ramen shop near Kiyomizu-dera Temple is a popular spot for visitors. It offers a variety of ramen, including a luxurious soy sauce ramen and a salt-flavored ramen with a distinct seafood broth made from dried scallops, praised for its fresh and sweet taste. They also serve juicy dumplings with plenty of soup inside, reminiscent of xiaolongbao.
Sanjo Station
Train station
3.6
This railway station offers convenient direct access from Osaka via the Keihan Electric Railway. It is also very close to Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, making it a good starting point for shopping and exploring.
GOKAGO
Cafe
4.7
A popular matcha specialty shop offering a range of matcha drinks and sweets, including vibrant matcha lattes and unique matcha donuts. Their matcha latte with matcha ice cream and matcha donut set is a recommended treat. The shop also sells matcha powder and stylish matcha accessories like whisk stands and bowls, making it a great place to buy souvenirs.
Hōrinji (Darumadera) Temple
Place of worship
4.2
This temple is known for its black Maneki-neko (lucky cat) statues, believed to ward off evil and bring good fortune and wealth. Visitors can purchase these unique statues, with different sizes becoming available at various times due to high demand. The medium-sized black Maneki-neko costs 4,000 yen, and you can even buy cushions for them.
kyouunawa honten Kiyomizu Hanare ＜Eel and Wagyu beef restaurant＞
Japanese restaurant
4.9
This restaurant specializes in Hitsumabushi, a Japanese eel dish, offering various preparations including classic eel rice bowls and wagyu beef with eel. The unique serving method involves dividing the dish into four portions, each enjoyed differently: first plain, second with condiments, third as chazuke (with dashi broth), and the fourth in any preferred way. The eel is described as incredibly fragrant and fatty, making it a delicious and memorable meal.
here Kyoto
Coffee shop
4.1
A modern cafe that is a great spot for a matcha fix with a variety of matcha lattes and creative matcha-infused sweets. The cafe offers a unique caramel matcha latte with ice cream and caramel sauce that is noted for its sweet and indulgent flavor. They also have cute merchandise like mugs and heat-resistant glasses with their logo, which are perfect for souvenirs.
Kiyomizu Kyoami
Cafe
3.9
This shop is known for its matcha puffs, which are filled with a creamy matcha filling. The matcha puffs are quite popular and can be enjoyed inside the store. While the matcha puffs are a highlight, the shop also offers a variety of matcha-based drinks and other sweets.
Kawakatsu Sohonke Main Store
Asian grocery store
4.1
This shop specializes in traditional Kyoto pickles, offering various pickled vegetables, including a refreshing lemon-flavored cucumber stick. The pickled cucumbers are a popular snack, especially on hot days, and are known for their salty and slightly tangy taste. They are available for 350 yen each and can help prevent heatstroke.
Honke Nishio Yatsuhashi Main Store
Confectionery store
4.3
This shop offers free samples of yatsuhashi, a traditional Kyoto sweet, and complimentary tea. Flavors include matcha, red bean, and unique options like ramune (soda). It's a great place to try different varieties before purchasing and a good spot to rest and cool down after exploring Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
loose kyoto
Cafe
4.3
A stylish coffee and donut shop offering matcha and hojicha cream donuts, as well as various coffee selections. The matcha cream donut is noted for its refreshing, slightly bitter matcha cream, while the hojicha cream donut has a strong, roasted tea flavor. This cafe is a great spot to relax and enjoy a sweet treat after visiting Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
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