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UME SAKURA（Kimono Rental） ▶

Detail

Name: UME SAKURA
Type: Kimono
Access: Bus 20min(No.205)
【Gojō Station(五条駅) to Marutamachi Station（丸太町駅）】(From here)
Adress: 38 Fujikicho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-0992
Tel: 075-432-7677
Cost: ¥4000-¥8000
Business Hours: Week day:9:30-17:30
Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays：9:00-17:30（Closed:Thusday）
Recommended menu: Traditional kimono rental plan(正統派着物レンタルプラン)
couple's kimono rental plan(カップル着物レンタルプラン)
【instagram/Main Account】: https://www.instagram.com/umesakura_kyoto/
【instagram/Customer Gallery】: https://www.instagram.com/umesakura_kimono/
English support available: English menu available

Features

* A genuine kimono rental salon for adults, run by one of the few Kyoto natives who is a kimono professional.
* Located in a historic 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse, the salon offers a unique and valuable experience with private service, serving only one group per hour by reservation only.
* The professional kimono coordination and the highly skilled, correct kimono dressing techniques are supported not only by tourists but also by local Kyoto customers and kimono enthusiasts from all over Japan and the world.
* Notes
* Advance reservations are required (via the website).
* Children's kimonos are not available.
* Also, due to the many glass and door parts that are now impossible to restore, children are not allowed inside the shop.

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Gion(祇園)

京都着物麗祇園店（Kimono Rental） ▶

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Name: 京都着物麗祇園店
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Gion(祇園)

ookini 八坂神社袛園店（Kimono Rental） ▶

Detail

Name: 京都着物麗祇園店
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How to go famous spot &Hidden Gems

Famous Spots

伏見稲荷大社(The thousand torii gates) ▶

Detail

Name: Fushimi Inari Shrine（伏見稲荷大社）
Access: Train 20min (Karasuma Line(烏丸線) to Nara Line(奈良線))
【 Gojō Station(五条駅) to Kyoto Station(京都駅)】
【 Kyoto Station(京都駅) to Inari Station(稲荷駅)】(From here)
Business Hours: Open all year round
Tel: 075-641-7331
URL: https://inari.jp/
Google Map: Google Map

二条城(Nijo-jo) ▶

Detail

Name: Nijo-jo castle（二条城）
Access: Bus 15min (No.50)
【Gojo Nishinotoin(五条西洞院) to Nijojo-mae(二条城前)】(From here)
Business Hours: 8:45～16:00(Closed gate 17:00)
Tel: 075-841-0096
URL: https://nijo-jocastle.city.kyoto.lg.jp/
Google Map: Google Map

金閣寺(Golden temple) ▶

Detail

Name: Kinkaku-ji temple（金閣寺）
Access: Bus 40min(No.205)
【Gojo Nishinotoin(五条西洞院) to Sakuragicho（桜木町）】(From here)
Business Hours: 9:00～17:00
Tel: 075-461-0013
URL: https://www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
Google Map: Google Map

清水寺(Kiyomizu temple) ▶

Detail

Name: Kiyomizu temple（清水寺）
Access: Bus 25min(No.80)
【Karasuma Gojo(烏丸五条) to Kiyomizumichi（清水道）】(From here)
Business Hours: 6:00～18:00 ※Basic
Tel: 075-551-1234
URL: https://www.kiyomizudera.or.jp/en/
Google Map: Google Map

京都駅(Kyoto station) ▶

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Name: Kyoto station（京都駅）
Access: Train 7min
【Gojō Station(五条駅) to Kyoto Station（京都駅）】(From here)
Google Map: Google Map

嵐山(Arashiyama) ▶

Detail

Name: Arashiyama（嵐山）
Access: Train 45min(Hankyu Kyoto Line)
【Karasuma Station(烏丸駅)- Katsura Station（桂）-Arashiyama Station(嵐山)】(From here)
Google Map: Google Map

Hidden Gems

Near Nijo Castle(二条城)

神泉苑 (Shinsen-en) ▶

Detail

Name: Shinsen-en（神泉苑）
Access: Bus 20min((No.50)
【Gojo Nishinotoin(五条西洞院) to Horikawa Oike (堀川御池)】
Business Hours: 7:00～20:00
Tel: 075-821-1466
URL: http://www.shinsenen.org/
Google Map: Google Map

Features

A Place Where 1,200 Years of History Guide Your Wishes. Just a short walk from Nijo Castle, Shinsen-en is a tranquil garden and historic temple site once reserved for emperors.

だるま寺 (Horin-ji Temple) ▶

Detail

Name: Horin-ji Temple（だるま寺）
Access: Bus 30min((No.26)
【Karasuma Matsubara(烏丸松原) to Nishinokyo Enmachi (西ノ京円町)】
Business Hours: 9:00〜16:30
Cost: Adult:¥300
Tel: 075-841-7878
URL: https://www.darumadera.kyoto.jp/
Google Map: Google Map

Features

Enmachi Hōrin-ji, also known as the Daruma Temple, is famous for its collection of Daruma dolls. Visitors admire hundreds of colorful Darumas, each carrying hopes and wishes. The temple also features traditional architecture and serene gardens.

三条商店街 (Sanjo Shopping district) ▶

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Name: Sanjo Shopping district（三条商店街）
Access: Bus 20min((No.50)
【Gojo Nishinotoin(五条西洞院) to Horikawa Sanjo(堀川三条)】
Google Map: Google Map

Features

Sanjo Shopping Street is a vibrant hub where tradition meets modern life in Kyoto. Lined with charming shops, local eateries, and cozy cafes. Perfect for strolling, shopping, and tasting Kyoto flavors.

御金神社 (Mikane-jinja Shrine) ▶

Detail

Name: Mikane-jinja Shrine （御金神社）
Access: Train 15min
【Gojō Station(五条駅) to Karasuma Oike Station (烏丸御池駅)】
Tel: 075-222-2062
URL: https://mikane-jinja.or.jp/en/kyoto-mikane-shrine/
Google Map: Google Map

Features

💰A shrine for good fortune and wealth! Mikane Shrine is famous in Kyoto as a spot to boost financial luck. Golden torii gate and money-shaped charms are unique highlights.

Near Kawaramachi(河原町)

大文字山 (Daimonji-Mountain) ▶

Detail

Name: Daimonji-Mountain（大文字山）
Access: Bus 40min(No.5)
【Karasuma Gojo(烏丸五条) to Kinrin Shako-mae(錦林車庫前)】※to entrance
Google Map: Daimonji
Entrance

Features

Famous for the giant "大" lit during Gozan no Okuribi festival. Offers hiking trails and panoramic views of Kyoto. Sunrise or sunset visits recommended.

鴨川デルタ (Kamogawa Delta) ▶

Detail

Name: Kamogawa Delta（鴨川デルタ）
Access: Bus 30min(No.3)
【Shijo Karasuma(四条烏丸) to Kawaramachi Imadegawa(河原町今出川)】
Google Map: Google Map

Features

🌞A peaceful spot by the river. Perfect for relaxing, jogging, or picnics while enjoying the greenery and river views.

Gion

祇園白川 (Gion Shirakawa) ▶

Detail

Name: Gion Shirakawa（祇園白川）
Access: Bus 25min((No.5)
【Karasuma Matsubara(烏丸松原) to Shijo Kawaramachi (四条河原町)】
Google Map: Google Map

Features

Gion Shirakawa is a scenic canal area famous for historic streets and geisha culture. Great for evening strolls and photography.

Near Kinkaku-ji(金閣寺)

上賀茂 (Kamigamo) ▶

Detail

Name: Kamigamo（上賀茂）
Access: Bus 45min(No.9)
【Horikawa Gojo(堀川五条) to Kamigamo Misonobashi(上賀茂御薗橋)】
Google Map: Google Map

Features

Historic neighborhood with traditional wooden townhouses. Serene streets and cultural heritage away from typical tourist spots. Ideal for history lovers.

建勲神社 (Kenkun Shrine) ▶

Detail

Name: Kenkun Shrine（建勲神社）
Access: Bus 40min((No.12)
【Shijo Karasuma(四条烏丸) to Kenkun Jinja-mae(建勲神社前)】
Tel: 075-451-0170
URL: https://kenkun-jinja.org/en/
Google Map: Google Map

Features

Honors Oda Nobunaga. Perched atop Mt. Funaoka with epic views of Kyoto. Peaceful grounds and beautiful seasonal scenery. Free entry for history and culture lovers.

大徳寺 (Daitoku-ji Temple) ▶

Detail

Name: Daitoku-ji Temple（大徳寺）
Access: Bus 35min((No.12)
【Shijo Karasuma(四条烏丸) to Daitokuji-mae(大徳寺前)】
Google Map: Google Map

Features

A large Rinzai Zen temple complex with beautiful gardens, sub-temples, and traditional tea houses. Famous for Zen architecture and meditation experience.

Travel Tips

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Traditional Arts Performance

祇園甲部歌舞練場【Traditional Arts Performance】 ▶

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Kimono Rental

UME SAKURA（Kimono Rental） ▶

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京都着物麗 祇園店（Kimono Rental） ▶

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ookini 八坂神社袛園店（Kimono Rental） ▶

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Tea ceremony

茶寮京都よしつぐ (Matcha Cafe) ▶

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aeru gojo(Tea ceremony) ▶

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宇治 中村藤吉本店(Tea ceremony) ▶

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Pottery wheel class

瑞光窯 (Pottery wheel class) ▶

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Nightclub

Nightclub 【KITSUNE KYOTO】 ▶

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Muscle Bar

マッスルバー マッチョマッチョMIX 京都店 ▶

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Massage

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Ninja(忍者)

忍者体験カフェ (Ninja cafe) ▶

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studio NIN 八瀬 (Ninja experience) ▶

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Ramen Noodle Making

無双心 (Ramen Noodle Making) ▶

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Sushi Making

OMAKASE KYOTO ▶

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アトリエ寿司 ▶

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Plum Wine Making

CHOYA梅体験専門店 蝶矢 京都三条店(Plum Wine Making) ▶

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Japanese Sweets Making

ベルク烏丸 ▶

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Manga Museum

京都国際マンガミュージアム(Kyoto International Manga Museum) ▶

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Mochi pounding

MOCHI & MATCHA EXPERIENCE KYOTO ▶

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Japanese Saka tour

How to go famous spot &Hidden Gems

Famous Spots

伏見稲荷大社(The thousand torii gates) ▶

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二条城(Nijo-jo) ▶

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金閣寺(Golden temple) ▶

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清水寺(Kiyomizu temple) ▶

エムズホテル五条ODAWARA

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京都着物麗祇園店（Kimono Rental） ▶

宇治中村藤吉本店(Tea ceremony) ▶

マッスルバーマッチョマッチョMIX 京都店 ▶

本気の首肩こり専門もみじ堂_404(Massage) ▶

CHOYA梅体験専門店蝶矢京都三条店(Plum Wine Making) ▶