Yabunouchicho Travel Guide
Kyoto
Visit Yabunouchicho
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.
Kyoto Tower
In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation.
Things to do
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Osaka / Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Sannenzaka & Uji
Osaka Day Trip: Arashiyama Forest, Katsuo-ji Temple, Nara Park
Top hotels in Yabunouchicho
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"Everything was perfect and worth the money to stay here."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
"The rooms were clean, and the staff was extremely helpful. They held our bags while we checked in, which saved us a lot of stress. The hotel is a 15-minute walk from Kyoto Station and offers a shuttle service to and from the station."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
"Great location. We will stay here again. thank u"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
"Great stay"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
"Loved our room at the Hotel Emion. It was very spacious and we loved that it was so close to many restaurants and the subway. Would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
"We received a last minute room upgrade and it made our stay even more memorable!"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yabunouchicho
Central Kyoto
Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
Nishijin
Nishijin is a destination travellers like for its coffee shops, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Nishijin Textile Center.
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.
Fudocho
When in Fudocho, you can plan a visit to Kawaramachi Street and Museum of Kyoto, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Nakagyo Ward
Kawaramachi Street and Sanjo Street are top sights in Nakagyo Ward, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station to see more sights in the area.
