1. Magobashibashi-yu (Public Bath)
A cozy neighborhood sento (public bath) fully equipped with shampoo and body soap. Features a convection stone dry sauna β great for sauna lovers too! Conveniently accessible from Keihan Sanjo Station and Subway Higashiyama Station.
2. Shinshi-yu (Public Bath)
Don't forget small change β the hairdryer costs Β₯20 per 3 minutes! This popular sento offers medicated baths, jet baths, a convection sauna, and a notably strong electric bath. Plenty of variety for bath enthusiasts.
3. Super Fresco Petit Higashiyama Sanjo
Most supermarkets close before midnight β but this one is open 24 hours! Perfect for picking up prepared foods and daily groceries at any hour.
4. AEON Style Higashiyama Nijo
A full-service supermarket with an underground parking lot β perfectly accessible by car as well as on foot.
5. Daily Yamazaki Higashiyama Sanjo
Turn left out of Exit 2 of Subway Higashiyama Station β this is the nearest convenience store to AND. Note: it is NOT open 24 hours, so mind the closing time!
6. Lawson Higashiyama Sanjo
A convenience store right on Sanjo-dori. It has an outdoor terrace β on a sunny day, grab a coffee and enjoy the streetside atmosphere.
7. FamilyMart Gion Higashiyama
Located along Higashioji-dori, close to Super Fresco Petit. A handy 24-hour option in the Gion-Higashiyama area.
8. 7-Eleven Kyoto Heianjigu Mae
Sit on the bench outside and sip tea while gazing at the magnificent torii gate that stands at the approach to Heian Jingu Shrine β a uniquely Kyoto experience.
9. Sentakukan Laundromat Higashiyama Sanjo
A coin laundromat located right next to Super Fresco Petit. Convenient for getting laundry done any time of day or night.
10. Drug Yutaka Shogoin
A 24-hour drugstore at the intersection facing Kumano Shrine. Reliable even late at night for medicines, toiletries, and daily essentials.
11. Chuka Soba Ichibanboshi (Chinese Noodles)
A nostalgic Chinese noodle (chuka soba) shop serving old-school recipes. The sliced hard-boiled egg topping is a must-try β simple but memorable.
12. Okonomiyaki Raku Sanjo
Okonomiyaki is essential when visiting the Kansai region! Here, each person makes their own, traditionally eaten alongside rice. The yakisoba is also highly recommended.
13. Oshokuji-dokoro Asuka (Set Meal Restaurant)
A set-meal restaurant with an extensive menu. Standout dishes include yudofu (hot tofu), yuba (tofu skin), and simmered fish β quintessential Kyoto flavors.
14. Kyoto Obanzai & Sake β Yawaragi
A hidden-gem izakaya serving traditional Kyoto obanzai side dishes alongside local sake. A warm, intimate atmosphere perfect for a relaxed evening.
15. Cafe/Gallery Rokujian
A secret hideaway cafΓ© famous for its authentic spice curry at lunch. Browse the gallery and enjoy a leisurely afternoon in a truly unique space.
16. Cafe Jingumiachi / Quality Chadogu Art Gallery
Serves proper lunch dishes like daily pasta (two choices) and hamburger steak. Morning toast at Β₯700 is also great value. A versatile spot from breakfast to lunch.
17. Yamamoto Menzo (Sanuki Udon)
A Sanuki-style udon restaurant with a queue every day. Reservations are recommended, but a udon bento takeout option is also available next door β very convenient.
18. Kyoto Udon & Fresh Soba Okakita
Easy to overlook next to the queue at Yamamoto Menzo, but equally worth visiting! If you prefer the chewy, soft Kyoto-style udon noodles, this is your place.
19. Okazaki Saryo Mamegitsune
Enjoy kaiseki-style cuisine while gazing over a beautiful inner courtyard garden. Conveniently located near Kyoto Municipal Zoo β a perfect dining spot after sightseeing.
20. Grill Kodakara (Western Cuisine)
A beloved Western-style restaurant famous for its oversized omurice (omelette rice). Always popular with a queue β the wait is well worth it!
21. Kissa Hachidori (CafΓ©)
The eclectic interior dΓ©cor is eye-catching, but step inside and you'll find a warm, homey atmosphere. Great for both lunch and afternoon tea.
22. NISHITOMIYA (Western Cuisine)
A charming Western-style restaurant with a warm wooden counter. The lunch plate and the house-special croquette are favorites among regulars.
23. Tonkatsu JuJu Sanjo Jingumiachi
Premium tonkatsu made with branded pork including TOKYO X and Shirogane Buta. Rich garnishes let you enjoy multiple flavor combinations β a true tonkatsu experience.
24. Hatsune Sushi
A long-established yet welcoming and unpretentious sushi restaurant. Besides nigiri, why not try the chirashi-zushi (scattered sushi bowl)?
25. Hebaragi (Light Meals)
A relaxed eatery offering everything from light sandwiches to hearty lunch plates like omurice. A great all-day option near AND.
26. Mini Nepal Dining & Bar
Authentic Indian and Nepalese curry in a welcoming setting. The naan is enormous β spilling over the edges of the plate β so tear off a piece and enjoy it the traditional way!
27. Sami Koan Kyoto (100% Buckwheat Soba & Duck)
A must-visit soba restaurant with daily queues, beloved for its duck-based dishes like kamo nanban soba. Pure buckwheat noodles with rich dashi β exceptional quality.
28. Konamonoya Hachi Higashiyama Station
Right outside Subway Higashiyama Station Exit 2. Offers takoyaki and other flour-based Osaka-style street foods with eat-in seating β super accessible for a quick bite.
29. Chokatsu OKAMI LABO (Fermented Foods)
A health-conscious restaurant specializing in meals made with fermented ingredients. Also open for breakfast β a wonderful gut-friendly way to start your day.
30. Blue Bottle Coffee Kyoto
Although an American chain, the Kyoto location is housed in a beautifully renovated traditional kominka (old Japanese house). Enjoy a coffee with granola or baked goods while taking in the unique architecture.
31. Osaka-ya Koji Shop / Kojiya Cafe
Attracted by the large "Koji (ιΊΉ)" signage, enter to find a koji and miso retail shop at the front and a dining space at the back serving a variety of miso-based dishes. A truly unique experience.
32. Kyoto Nama Chocolat Organic Tea House
Exquisite raw chocolate and cake sets served in an atmospheric Japanese townhouse. Matcha is available to drink β the combination of fresh chocolate and Japanese tea is unforgettable.
33. Kissho Karyo Gion (Matcha Sweets)
The 1st floor is a shop selling Kyoto sweets; the 2nd floor is a cafΓ©. Indulge in exquisite matcha sweets surrounded by a charming retro atmosphere in the heart of Gion.