What to See in Nakagyo Ward

Former Imperial Villa Nijō Castle

Built in 1603, this castle belongs to one of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto which have been designated by UNESCO as a World…

Pontochō

Ponto-chō is a Hanamachi district, which literally translates as "flower town." This name is a Japanese way of saying that there are geisha…

The Museum of Kyoto

An amazing museum focused on the history of the city. See the model of ancient Kyoto and many artefacts relating to its history.

Kyoto International Manga Museum

The Kyoto International Manga Museum is located in Nakagyō-ku, Kyoto, Japan.

Mibu-dera Temple

If you want to learn something interesting about Japanese culture, do not miss this beautiful Buddhist temple.

Aritsugu

Aritsugu is a Japanese knife and cooking utensil producer and store, founded by Fujiwara Aritsugu in 1560.

Shin-Puh-Kan Mall

A large shopping center with outdoor atrium. It provides wide range of shopping opportunities in its boutiques, stores and restaurants.

GEAR Theater

GEAR is a Japanese long-run non-verbal theatre show that originates in Kyoto and incorporates elements of technology, skilled performance…

Shinsen-en

Shinsenen is a Shingon Japanese Buddhist temple located south of Nijō Castle in the approximate center of the modern city of Kyoto, Honshu,…

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