Shinkyōgoku Street, Kyoto

Name: Shinkyōgoku Street
Address: Kyoto, Japan

#122 among attractions in Kyoto

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Shinkyōgoku Street is a shopping street that runs from north to south in the center of the city of Kyoto. The street extends for approximately 500 m from Sanjō Street on its northern end to Shijō Street on its southern end and it is located between Ura Teramachi Street and Teramachi Street. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°0'22"N, 135°46'2"E

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Shinkyōgoku Street – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kyoto International Manga Museum, Yasaka Shrine, Kōdai-ji, Kennin-ji.

~970 mNW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Kyoto International Manga Museum, Kyoto
16 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kyoto, the Kyoto International Manga Museum stands as a vibrant testament to Japan's rich manga culture. Established in November 2006, this unique institution serves as both a museum and a library, dedicated to the preservation, research,...
1 kmE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Yasaka Shrine, Kyoto
17 min walk • Yasaka Shrine, nestled in the heart of Kyoto, is a beacon of tradition and an enduring testament to Japan's spiritual heritage. This historic Shinto shrine, also known as Gion Shrine, is renowned for its stunning architecture and its pivotal role in the city's cultural...
1.4 kmSE
Tranquil Buddhist temple with gardens
Kōdai-ji, Kyoto
22 min walk • Kōdai-ji, a serene Zen temple nestled in the heart of Kyoto, Japan, offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Founded in 1606 by Kita-no-Mandokoro in memory of her late husband, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a prominent historical figure, the temple is a...
~890 mSE
Buddhist temple with tea and a Zen garden
Kennin-ji, Kyoto
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kyoto, Japan, Kennin-ji stands as a serene testament to the city's rich Buddhist heritage. As the oldest Zen temple in Kyoto, this historical site offers a tranquil retreat from the bustling streets and a chance to immerse oneself in the...
1.3 kmE
Urban park known for its cherry blossoms
Maruyama Park, Kyoto
21 min walk • Maruyama Park is a park in Kyoto, Japan. It is noted as the main center for cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto, and can get extremely crowded at that time of year. The park's star attraction is a weeping cherry tree which becomes lit up at night. It also becomes busy in the New Year's Eve Festivals.
~850 mW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Kyoto Art Center, Kyoto
14 min walk • The Kyoto Art Center is a venue for promoting the arts which is located in the heart of Kyoto, Japan. The center, a three-story reinforced-concrete building, occupies the site of the former Meirin Elementary School.
~680 mW
Temple, Buddhist temple
Rokkaku-dō, Kyoto
11 min walk • The Rokkaku-dō, official name Chōhō-ji, is a Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan, said to have been established by Prince Shōtoku. The name comes from its main hall's hexagonal shape. This temple is part of the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage.
~450 mN
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Honnō-ji, Kyoto
8 min walk • Honnō-ji is a temple of the Nichiren branch of Buddhism located in Kyoto, Japan. Its honzon is mandara-honzon from Namu Myōhō Renge Kyō.
~530 mSE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Minami-za, Kyoto
9 min walk • Minami-za is the primary kabuki theatre in Kyoto, Japan. It was founded in 1610 as Shijō Minami-za. The current building, with a 1,086 seat capacity, was built in 1929.
~270 mN
Street
Sanjō Street, Kyoto
5 min walk • Sanjō Street（三条通さんじょうどおり sanjō dōri）is a major street that crosses the center of the city of Kyoto from east to west, running from Shinomiya in the Yamashina-ku ward to the vicinity of the Tenryū-ji in Arashiyama.
~660 mNE
Street
Zest Oike, Kyoto
11 min walk • Oike Street is a mayor street that crosses the center of the city of Kyoto from east to west, running approximately 4.9 km from Kawabata Street to Tenjingawa Street.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Shinkyōgoku Street?

Nearby attractions include Teramachi Street, Kyoto (3 min walk), GEAR Theater, Kyoto (4 min walk), Nishikikōji Street, Kyoto (5 min walk), Sanjō Street, Kyoto (5 min walk).

How to get to Shinkyōgoku Street by public transport?

The nearest stations to Shinkyōgoku Street:

Bus

Shijo Kawaramachi • Lines: 16, 17, 51, 特16, 特17 (4 min walk)
Shijokawaramachi • Lines: 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 3, 4, 41, 43, 5, 51, 62, 63, 65, 66, 67, Mn17, 京都岡崎ループ, 特16, 特17 (5 min walk)

Train

Kyoto Kawaramachi (5 min walk)
Gion-shijo (9 min walk)

Metro

Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae • Lines: T (9 min walk)
Sanjo Keihan • Lines: T (11 min walk)

Light rail

Shijō - ōmiya • Lines: A (28 min walk)