Recommended Attractions Nearby Hiromi Art
Popular Attractions
Yasui Konpira-gu Shrine
Located in Kyoto’s Higashiyama district, Yasui Konpira-gu is famous for its “En-kiri / En-musubi” stone — a sacred stone believed to help visitors cut off negative relationships and form positive new ones. This unique ritual draws visitors seeking renewal and fresh beginnings.
Sanneizaka (Three-Year Slope)
A stone-paved incline near Kiyomizudera temple, lined with traditional Kyoto machiya and souvenir shops, offering one of Kyoto’s most iconic and picturesque strolls.
Kennin-ji Temple
Founded in 1202 by 栄西 and backed by shogun 源頼家, this is Kyoto’s oldest Zen monastery, located in the heart of Gion and offering Zen gardens, art, and meditative spaces.
Rokudō-Chinno-ji
Known as “Rokudō-san”, this temple sits at the historical entrance to the burial grounds of ancient Kyoto and is surrounded by legends of the boundary between life and death — a deeply atmospheric site.
Kōdai-ji Temple
Founded in 1606 by Kita-no-Mandokoro (also known as Nene), the wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, Kōdai-ji is a temple rich in Momoyama-period elegance and serenity. The temple’s architecture, lush gardens, and tranquil bamboo grove invite visitors to experience the refined aesthetics of classical Kyoto.
Ryozen Kannon
The Ryozen Kannon features a 24-meter tall statue of Kannon, the Goddess of Mercy, built in 1955 to commemorate the fallen soldiers of World War II. Its serene garden and memorial hall offer a peaceful atmosphere overlooking the city of Kyoto.
Waraku Kimono Rental – Kiyomizu Store
Located just steps from the scenic streets of Higashiyama, Waraku offers a wide selection of beautiful kimono for rent — perfect for strolling around Kiyomizu-dera, Ninenzaka, or Gion while fully immersed in Kyoto’s traditional charm.
Gion Corner
Gion Corner is a theatre located in Kyoto’s famed Gion district offering a digest of seven traditional Japanese performing arts — including kimono-dance by maiko, tea ceremony, ikebana, koto and more.
Restaurants
Gion Shimogawara Hisago
Established in 1930 in Kyoto’s Gion district, Hisago is famous for its silky-soft oyakodon and Kyoto-style nishin soba, made with carefully selected dashi from Hokkaido kelp and mackerel.
Closed: Monday & Friday
Gohanya Murakami
A cozy Japanese diner serving home-style Kyoto dishes made with seasonal ingredients. Known for its flavorful miso soup, grilled fish, and obanzai side dishes. ([tabelog.com](https://tabelog.com/kyoto/A2601/A260301/26032164/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
11 : 00 – 15 : 00 / 17 : 00 – 21 : 00
Closed: Wednesday
Matcha Cafe Charura
A serene café near Yasaka Shrine offering Kyoto-grown matcha sweets, parfaits, and soft-serve. A perfect rest stop after exploring Gion. ([charura.jp](https://charura.jp/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
11 : 00 – 18 : 00 (L.O.17 : 30)
Closed: Monday
Page One Gion Shimogawara
A stylish bar and café nestled in the Gion-Shimogawara district. Enjoy coffee during the day and cocktails at night, surrounded by traditional Kyoto townhouses and warm lighting. A favorite among locals and travelers for its calm, intimate ambiance.
Sunday–Tuesday, Thursday–Saturday: 13:00–00:00
Closed: Wednesday