A Tribute to Resilience: The Monument of Umamachi Air Raid

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are in the Higashiyama area, the Monument of Umamachi Air Raid is accessible by foot. Start at the nearest major landmark, such as the Kiyomizu-dera Temple. From Kiyomizu-dera, head northeast along Kiyomizu Sannenzaka Street until you reach the intersection at Kiyomizu Sannenzaka and Matsubara Dori. Turn right onto Matsubara Dori and continue walking for about 500 meters. You will pass several shops and cafés along the way. Once you reach the intersection with Tokiwacho, turn left. The monument is located at the end of Tokiwacho, on your right. The entire journey is approximately 15-20 minutes on foot.

• Public Transport - Bus

  If you prefer to take public transport, you can catch a bus to get closer to the Monument of Umamachi Air Raid. From the nearest bus stop at Kiyomizu-dera, board bus number 206 or 100. The fare is typically around 230 yen. Disembark at the 'Higashiyama-Yasui' bus stop. From there, it is a short 10-minute walk. Head east on Yasui Street and turn left at the first intersection onto Tokiwacho. Continue straight for about 300 meters, and you will find the monument on your left.

• Public Transport - Subway and Walking

  Another option is to use the subway. Take the Kyoto City Subway from any station in Higashiyama to the Karasuma Oike Station (costing approximately 240 yen). Transfer to the Tozai Line and head towards the Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station. Disembark at the Higashiyama Station. From there, it is about a 15-minute walk. Exit the station and head east along Shijo Dori until you reach the intersection with Tokiwacho, then turn right. The monument will be on your right after a short walk.