Location: Shimogyo-ku
Top Things to do in Shimogyo-ku
What to do and see in Shimogyo-ku, Kinki: The Best Shopping Malls
The shrines and temples of Kyoto offer a rare link between modern life in the city and its very ancient past. The Shimogamo Shrine dates to the 6th century and seems suspended in time, its serenity and spiritual power still palpable. Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, then see the life-sized Thousand Armed Kannon statues of Sanjūsangen-dō. Enjoy traditional geisha performances, then savor a tranquil meal at a restaurant overlooking the Kamo River.
Restaurants in Kyoto
1. Kyoto Station Building
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,254 reviews
Kyoto Station Building is a train station and popular tourist spot, with a department store, The Cube selling souvenirs and fashion, Asty Road and Asty Square shopping areas, a mall, and restaurants.
Reviewed By NeilandRyoko - Greater Adelaide, Australia
A hugely impressive small city built around a large railway station, completely enveloping it. Amazing modern architecture of impressive scale and design, with a roof top garden 11 stories up, with views across the city and nearby Kyoto Tower. So many shops and cafes restaurants bakeries etc. even 5 star hotels, you could happily just spend many days here exploring and enjoying.
2. Porta
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 212 reviews
Porta mall, extending beneath Kyoto Station Building, is popular with commuters and tourists shopping for clothing, shoes, cosmetics, household goods, food, and souvenirs.
Reviewed By daniellet167 - Camden, Australia
Such great food choices and loads of shops in one convenient place .... loved it !! We ate there quite a few times , gyozas , ramen , pastries all fresh and tasty Got some great souvenirs and great matcha chocolate
3. The Cube
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By YTCHENG - Hong Kong, China
The Cube, large center, was linked with JR Kyoto Station should be regarded as the hub of activities for visitors both local and overseas when they traveled to Kyoto. It was large and pleasant to stroll around with various shops and restaurants located on different levels linked by escalators. An amphi-theatre for holding functions was popular for tourists who took photos from all angles. Highly recommended.
4. Kyoto Tower Sando
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 64 reviews
On the first floor of iconic Kyoto Tower, the shops in Kyoto Tower Sando specialize in Japanese and Kyoto-made products, including chopsticks, cosmetics, confectionary, purses, and other souvenirs.
