Local Recommendation! Date Spots Around Gion Area

Gion area in Kyoto is a very popular spot for tourists.
This time, we would like to introduce the recommended spots in Gion for couples.
In addition to the well-known place, there are other special places recommended by locals ♪
 

Kyoto Okazaki Tsutaya Bookstore

Okazaki Tsutaya Bookstore is located near a popular tourist attraction, Heian Shrine.
You can stop by this bookstore after going to the shrine.
There is a Starbucks Coffee store on the 1st floor.
We recommend you to visit this store and spend a relaxing time, sipping on a delicious drink while reading your favorite book.
Spend your special time with your favorite person here ♪
 

Kyoto Okazaki Tsutaya Bookstore
 

Address: ROHM Theatre Kyoto, Park Plaza 1F, 13 Saisyouji-cho, Sakyou-ku, Okazaki, Kyoto 606-8342
Opening hours: 8:00～22:00
Telephone: 075-754-0008
 

Maruyama Park

Maruyama Park is located next to Yasaka Shrine and Chion-in Temple, and is famous for its cherry blossoms and autumn leaves.
This park would be very crowded especially during the cherry blossom season and the fall foliage season.
 

Maruyama Park has a lot of greenery, a pond and a Japanese garden, so you can feel the richness of nature without having to leave Kyoto city.
There are food stalls and shops inside the park, so it’s a perfect place to take a break in the middle of your trip.
 

Maruyama Park
 

Address: 463 Maruyamacho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0071, Japan
 

Nene-no michi (Nene’s street)

“Nene no Michi”, a street named after Toyotomi Hideyoshi’s wife.
There are several temples located on this street, they are “Kodaiji Temple”, a temple established in memory of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and “Entoku-in Temple” where Nene is said to have spent her later years.
A maze-like stone alleyway has a sense of elegance to it and is a perfect place to visit on a date ♪
 

Nene-no michi (Nene’s street)
 

Address: Shimokawaracho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto
 

Nishiki Market

Nishiki Market is very recommended for couples who enjoy culinary journey ♪
Nishiki Market provides various culinary unique to Kyoto all in one place!
You can buy Kyoto’s specialties, snacks, and side dishes at reasonable prices, so you can enjoy sharing your favorite dishes with your girlfriend or boyfriend while exploring the market.
The market is covered with arcade, so it’s recommended to visit even on rainy days!
 

Nishiki Market
 

Address: Nishidaimonji-cho, Shijo-Noboru, Tomikoji Tori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto
 

Kyoto International Manga Museum

A museum with wide collections of manga from all over the world, this place is recommended for couples who love anime and manga!
 

You can read the manga you like anywhere inside the museum area.
But our most recommended spot is the lawn ground on the first floor.
If you spend your time reading your favorite manga on the lawn ground on a sunny day, it seems that a day will pass in no time for you.
This museum often holds plenty of events such as exhibitions and workshops, so it is definitely a fun place to visit on a date ♪
 

Kyoto International Manga Museum
 

Opening hours: 10:00-18:00 (last entry 17:30)
Closed: Every Wednesday (or the next day if it is a holiday), New Year holidays, Maintenance period
Admission: 800 yen for adults, 300 yen for junior and senior high school students, 100 yen for elementary school students
Phone number: 075-254-7414
 

Leica Kyoto Store

A date spot that we recommend for camera lovers is Leica Kyoto store, located on Hanamikoji Street.
 

This shop combines the unique world of Leica while utilizing the materials of a 100-year-old two-story Machiya-style building.
There are also original camera accessories that can only be found at this store, made in collaboration with Kyoto’s traditional craftsmanship ♪
 

Leica Kyoto Store
 

Address: 570-120, Gion-cho Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto
Business hours: 11:00-19:00
Regular Holiday: Monday
Phone number: 075-532-0320
 

Kamogawa / Kamo River

The last spot that we would like to introduce is Kamo river / Kamogawa.
Kamo river is famous as a dating spot as well as a place to relax for Kyoto’s citizens.
It feels so good to just sit down by the river and relax, or you can also walk along the river with your special someone, enjoying your time together (^^)
 

Conclusion

Kyoto is famous for having many tourist attractions around the city.
It is fun to go around the well-known spots around the city, but this time we introduced some recommended dating spots from a local perspective ♪
The date spots in Gion, Kyoto that are different from the usual date spots.
To make your date more special, let’s wear a kimono on your date!
 

Kimono Rental Wargo has several stores near popular tourist spots and train stations.
There are seven Wargo stores in Kyoto, including Wargo Kyoto Tower store in front of Kyoto Station, Wargo Arashiyama Eki-mae store, and also Gion Shijo store.
We provide not only kimono for you, but also the accessories to complete your kimono look, so don’t worry, you don’t have to bring many belongings to the store!
And of course, we also offer men’s kimono.
Please spend a special time as a couple in special outfits, kimono!
 

Kimono from Kimono Rental Wargo can be enjoyed at reasonable prices, starting from 2,980 yen.
You can come to the store on the day without reservation, so please feel free to stop by!
See you at the store!!
 

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