Kamishichiken, Kyoto

Name: Kamishichiken
Address: Kyoto, Japan

#229 among attractions in Kyoto

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Kamishichiken, pronounced locally as Kamihichiken, is a district of northwest Kyoto, Japan. It is the oldest hanamachi in Kyoto, and is located just east of the Kitano Tenman-gū Shrine. The name Kamishichiken literally means "Seven Upper Houses." These refer to the seven teahouses built from the equipment and material left over from the rebuilding of the Kitano Shrine in Muromachi era. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°1'51"N, 135°44'13"E

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Kamishichiken – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kinkaku-ji, Ryōan-ji, Daitoku-ji, Kitano Tenmangū.

1.2 kmNW
Buddhist architecture, Temple,
Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto
19 min walk • Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is a historic temple that has become an emblem of Kyoto, Japan. This Zen Buddhist temple is renowned for its top two floors completely covered in gold leaf, reflecting an image of opulence and serenity on the pond it...
1.7 kmW
Long-standing temple with a Zen rock garden
Ryōan-ji, Kyoto
27 min walk • Ryōan-ji, located in the historic city of Kyoto, Japan, is an iconic Zen Buddhist temple known for its enigmatic rock garden, which attracts visitors from around the world. Established in 1450 during the Muromachi period, the temple belongs to the Myoshinji school of...
1.7 kmNE
Buddhist temple site known for gardens
Daitoku-ji, Kyoto
27 min walk • Nestled in the northern part of Kyoto, Daitoku-ji stands as a testament to the city's deep-rooted Zen Buddhist traditions. This sprawling temple complex, established in the 14th century, is not only a place of religious significance but also a serene park that offers a...
~180 mW
Shrine and garden with annual festival
Kitano Tenmangū, Kyoto
3 min walk • Kitano Tenmangū is a historic Shinto shrine nestled in the cultural heart of Kyoto, Japan. Renowned for its profound connection to scholarship and the arts, this revered site is dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, a scholar, poet, and politician deified as Tenjin, the...
1.4 kmE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Seimei Shrine, Kyoto
23 min walk • Seimei Shrine, a serene and historically rich Shinto shrine nestled in the heart of Kyoto, Japan, stands as a tribute to the revered Heian-era astrologer and diviner, Abe no Seimei. This tranquil site, enveloped by lush greenery, offers a glimpse into Japan's ancient...
1.3 kmW
Temple
Tōji-in, Kyoto
20 min walk • Tōji-in is a Buddhist temple of the Rinzai Tenryū sect located in Kita Ward, Kyoto, Japan, and one of two funeral temples dedicated to Ashikaga Takauji, first shōgun of the Ashikaga dynasty.
~470 mW
Historic shrine with cherry blossoms
Hirano Shrine, Kyoto
8 min walk • The Hirano Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Kyoto. This shrine is known and popular for its gardens and many trees.
~950 mW
Museum, Specialty museum
Kyoto Museum for World Peace, Kyoto
16 min walk • The Kyoto Museum for World Peace is part of Ritsumeikan University in Kita-ku, Kyoto, Japan. The Museum is accessible to the public for a 400-600 Yen fee.
1.5 kmE
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Honpō-ji, Kyoto
24 min walk • Honpō-ji is a Nichiren Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan. Its sangō is "Eishōzan".
1.5 kmN
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Kōtō-in, Kyoto
24 min walk • Kōtō-in is a sub-temple of Daitoku-ji, Kyoto, Japan. It was founded by Hosokawa Tadaoki. There is a teahouse, the Shōkō-ken, and the gardens are celebrated for their momiji.
1.2 kmE
Museum, History museum
Kyoto City Archaeological Museum, Kyoto
19 min walk • The Kyoto City Archaeological Museum is located in Kyoto and showcases the city's archaeological findings. The building was constructed in 1914. A part of its exhibit are replicas of the golden tea utensils of the 16th century Golden Tea Room.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kamishichiken?

Nearby attractions include Kitano Tenmangū, Kyoto (3 min walk), Daihōon-ji, Kyoto (5 min walk), Imadegawa Street, Kyoto (6 min walk), Hirano Shrine, Kyoto (8 min walk).

How to get to Kamishichiken by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kamishichiken:

Bus

Kitano Tenmangu-mae • Lines: 101, 102 (6 min walk)
千本今出川 • Lines: 101, 102, 201 (9 min walk)

Light rail

Kitano-Hakubaichō • Lines: B (11 min walk)
Tōjiin • Lines: B (20 min walk)

Train

Emmachi (25 min walk)
Myoshinji (28 min walk)