Shinkyogoku Shopping Street: A Historic Kyoto Arcade
Discover Kyoto's vibrant Shinkyogoku Shopping Street: a historic arcade with crafts, souvenirs, dining, and cultural experiences.
Shinkyogoku Shopping Street is a vibrant, covered arcade in Kyoto with over 150 years of history. Established in 1872, it offers a mix of traditional crafts, souvenirs, fashion, and dining, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.
A brief summary to Shinkyogoku Shopping Street Union
- Sakuranocho, 438-1 べんてん堂ビル 3F, Kyoto, Sakuranocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8035, JP
- +8175-223-2426
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Local tips
- Explore the side streets off the main arcade for hidden gems and local shops.
- Sample local street food like Castella manju or matcha sweets.
- Visit the temples and shrine along the street for a peaceful escape.
- Look for unique Kyoto souvenirs like folding fans, kimono accessories, or local crafts.
Getting There
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Walking
Shinkyogoku Shopping Street is located in central Kyoto, near the Shijo Kawaramachi area. From Hankyu Kawaramachi Station, it's a short 2-minute walk. From Shijo Station on the Subway Karasuma Line, it's about a 10-minute walk. Just head west from the station towards Teramachi Street, and you'll find Shinkyogoku adjacent to it.
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Public Transport
To reach Shinkyogoku Shopping Street via public transport, take Kyoto City Bus number 17, 4, 5, or 205 and get off at the Shijo Kawaramachi stop. The shopping street is about 150 meters west of the bus stop. Kyoto’s public buses have a flat fare of ¥230 for adults and ¥120 for children within the central area. A one-day bus pass costs ¥700 for adults and ¥350 for children.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Kyoto. The starting fare is around ¥500 for the first kilometer, with additional charges of ¥100 for every 279 meters. A 5km ride in Kyoto costs approximately ¥2090. From Kyoto Station, a taxi ride to Shinkyogoku Shopping Street would cost approximately ¥1500-¥2000, depending on traffic.
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