We didn’t have enough time to do this shrine justice and will definitely return the next time we are in the area, but what we did see was quite impressive. The grounds are quite extensive and I would think you would need a couple hours to enjoy what this shrine has to offer. We loved the beautifully thatched rooves and general atmosphere.

My favorite shrine in Kyoto. It's less crowdy, you can feel the authentic atmosphere.

This review is for the NAKED illumination event (July 2023) in Kamigamo Shrine. We paid hefty 2,500Y per person for the experience. To be honest, in our month long stay in Japan, this is our first bad experience at an event in Japan. The event is just extremely underwhelming and definitely not worth 2,500Y. I would say maximum 500Y per person. 1. The event advertised lantern as selling points. They ran out of lanterns and you have to wait a long line just for them to give you a lantern. 2. The other advertised highlight was dipping your feet into a flowing river with special illumination. The area is extremely overcrowded and there is not enough lighting / effects to speak of. 3. The scale of this event is just very lacking and again not worth 2,500Y

One of the most memorable shire we visited during our 12 days trip. Kamigamo, which dated back over 1300 years ago, is a unesco world heritage site that many tourists overlook. Throughout its rich history, it was mentioned in Genji Monotagari (arguebly the world oldest literature work dated back from 11th century) and a place that holds Aoi matsuri one of the most important festival in kyoto together with Shimogamo shrine. There is a beautiful stream (especially in autumn) run along the shire, and you can try feeding the sacred white horse that serves as god messenger. There are many unique features within the shire ground, such as penguin stone at the water basin and cone shape stone at Hosodono hall waiting for you to explore. And like most shire in Japan, it is free to enter. The handcraft market is being held every 4th Sunday of the month. I also recommend to visit Shimogamo and Kamo River Delta along with Kamigamo.

The park in front of the shrine has beautiful cherry blossoms. There’s also a small stream running through the shrine grounds.

My favorite shrine in Kyoto. Calm and quiet place. I missed the new year's time so many people are coming kamigamo shrine. God bless All the people.

There is no reason to explain about Kamigamo-shrine in the history of Japan. Because so much articles has been dictated in Kyoto, no one is unknown about this historical shrine. No visitor would be disappointed to come here.

Beautiful shrine that wasn't crowded even on a Saturday afternoon :)

A quiet large shrine in northern area of Kyoto city, one of UNESCO world heritages. It is said here is the origin of horserase in Japan and you can meet a white horse🐎

The mythology of Kamigamo Shrine was very interesting to me, who was inspired by the Kojiki. I spent New Year's Eve 2023 to New Year's Day 2024, and many times I saw lightning in the sky and felt Kamobetsu Rai-no-Omikami by my side. This year is a year where it is important to know how to use the power we have.

The monks are kind and respectful, and 2 weddings occurred while I was on the grounds. The moss gardens are spectacular. Much of it is on a hill next to a path which aids in close-up viewing.

Nice temple. Walking arround took us arround an hour. Since we were almost alone there we could enjoy it quietly. We found plenty of details and beauty in this temple, specially the mini-tori gate between the roots of a tree, we offered acorns to the small animals. I liked to find our way to the top of the hill accross the tori gates.

All types of kitchenwares, this is the place where you can get the best professional grade knifes. A lot of shops sell stuff which seem to be useful for restaurant or shop owners, e.g toilet signs, table ketchup container set, and the most interesting part : fake food items made from silicon which you see in many restaurant's display items. You'll find some cool wooden or bam oo made kitchen stuffs (ef trays, pots, cups, bowls) not generally available outside Japan.

Everything for kitchen ... And more! You can also create your fake ice cream: very nice activity for kids (5+ years old)

Worth a visit if you're in town and not too far away! The pizza, sandwiches, oden, homemade cheesecake and such were all incredibly delicious! Lots of cute stalls serving food and some small knick knacks, the market itself is tiny but lots of character and locals visiting (even on a weeknight) too!

All you can think of for both the professional and home kitchen, and in all price ranges. Especially if you are looking for knives as a tourist, you can find at almost any price point. Beware: you get what you pay for. 25000 yen is a nice starting point for a quality knife.

Such a fabulous and immersive shopping experience!! Set aside the whole day for this. Great eclectic food and fashion. Loved it!!

You may lose your mind if you are at all interested in kitchenware, cooking, baking, barware, plastic food, cooking appliances, utensils, KNIVES and millions of other items. Several of these stores alone would be a world destination for chefs and cooks, and here they are on a covered shopping street conveniently together.

Interesting location to equip your home dining experience with Japanese serving, cooking, and decorative dishes. Though there is a lot more here, the equipment stores are a shopper's delight

Great place for beautiful Japanese glass, cups, bowls, knives, kitchen items, gifts, kimonos, yukatas, and fantastic food in the area as well.

Really cool street selling mainly cookware such as knife's, cutlery and ceramic bowls. Plenty of beautiful designs and prices weren't too expensive. A couple of souvenir shops too but mainly cookware.

Great street to find all sorts of cooking items and decorations for gastronomy. Highly recommended. You can find anything from cutlery, clothes, signage, cookers to restaurants here. It is easy to reach and always worth a visit if you need anything regardless of adding to your kitchen or preparing to open a restaurant. During a festival on Sports day (9th of October in 2023), they recreated their famous Taiyaki, which not only looks good, but actually tastes like a nice Taiyaki cake. The Taiyaki is 1m in length and around 11.68kg total.

Loved this street. So many things to see and learn. Lots of shops that allow a glimpse into Japanese culture and their way of living.

This is Osaka's version of Kappabashi. About a quarter the size with a lot of more big shops who sell many different things instead of a shop specialised in one thing. A lot of them also sell all sorts of traditional bbq and cooking equipment. Prices are competitive compared to Kappabashi, some are even cheaper. Some big shops offer tax free. But unlike Kappabashi, there's no tax free scheme for the area (in Kappabashi, there is a tax return counter where many shops join the scheme, so you can combine purchase 5500yen+ from all those shops then claim the tax feom the tax counter).

Liked all the kitchenware shops. Got some good gifts and dishes for our selves better prices than we’ve seen elsewhere- found the knife shopping better in Tokyo’s equivalent but this was better for kitchenware

Japanese knives and all kitchenware you can buy. A lot of stores also offer Taxfree upon payment

A haven for anything and everything related to kitchenware, this is a one-stop centre to get those goods. It might be just one long street but its packed to the brim with varieties of kitchen stuff. From chopsticks to pans to knives, you will be spoilt for choices as you browse around here. Make sure you compare pricing cos some of the same items might differ in price depending on which shop you go to.

The place we headed to twice. The first time it was 3rd Jan. A lot of shops closed due to the new year holiday. However, luckily, the knife shops were opened and we did find couple we really like. We backed to the street at 5 Jan. At the time, most shops opened! And the street was incredible. If you are kitchen stuff lovers you will love this street. You can find any equipment or utensils or glassware you want. Just enjoy!

You can spend a whole day here, so much to see , so much variety. It's shopping along a few connected streets. There's an entire street of anime figurines.

強風の日の天守は怖い。城までの参道が崖に挟まれていて怖い。さすが山の山頂にあるお城でした。城内はさほど広くないですし、階段も普通の階段です。よくある急勾配の階段ではないです。 ロープウェイもしくは登山の２択でしか訪問することは出来ません。ロープウェイ降車後も多少歩きます。寒さ対策は必須だと思います。 (Translated by Google) The castle tower is scary on a windy day. The approach to the castle is sandwiched between cliffs and is scary. As expected, it was a castle on the top of a mountain. The inside of the castle is not very large, and the stairs are just normal stairs. It's not a typical steep staircase. There are only two options to visit: ropeway or mountain climbing. There will be some walking after getting off the ropeway. I think measures against the cold are essential.

One of the well-known castles in Japan! You need to climb a bit after getting off from the cable car. However, it is worth climbing the mountain for 10-15 minutes! Amazing view and nice cafe-restaurant. You will enjoy one of the greatest views for sure! Need to pay small money for entrance of the castle and the zoo!

The most beautiful place you should have visit in Gifu. At some moments, you can see the moon right above the castle, and also you can visit Ukai festival in Nagara river.

Gorgeous. Warning, there are a lot of steps to climb even after you get off the ropeway at the top. The views walking up are stunning, as are the views from the veranda on the top floor of the castle.

Climb "Mt. Kinkazan" to reach Gifu Castle towering at the top. The trail "Meiso no Komichi" is 2.3 km long and can be climbed in one hour. For your first visit to "Mt. Kinkazan," we recommend that you walk the trail instead of taking the ropeway. The view from the top of the mountain is spectacular. Once inside the castle, you will feel like "Nobunaga Oda.

元旦に初めて訪問しました。 お城に登るためのロープウェイに恐らく1番近いであろう金華山の麓の駐車場に停めるためには、少し待ちました。 岐阜城へはトレッキングでも行けるルートがありますが、ロープウェイで手軽にお城の近くまで行くことが出来ます。 ただ、お城までは石段などを上がる部分もありますので、足腰の弱い方には少しきついかもしれません。お気をつけて上がられてください。 訪問の当日も登山の支度をされて登っている方もいましたが、なかなかきつそうですが、いつか登ってみたいものです。 元旦は天気も良かったので、天守閣からの眺めは最高でした。名古屋駅から伊吹山、御嶽山など遠くまで景色が眺められます。 途中のお店で名物のお団子をいただきました。甘いのとしょうゆのと、両方楽しめて良いです。行かれた際には是非オススメします。 (Translated by Google) I visited for the first time on New Year's Day. We had to wait a while to park at the parking lot at the foot of Mt. Kinka, which is probably the closest to the ropeway that takes you up to the castle. There is a trekking route to Gifu Castle, but you can also easily get to the castle by ropeway. However, there are some parts of the walk up stone steps to get to the castle, so it may be a little difficult for people with weak legs. Please be careful when going up. On the day of our visit, some people were preparing to climb the mountain, and although it looks quite tough, I would like to climb it someday. The weather was nice on New Year's Day, so the view from the castle tower was spectacular. From Nagoya Station, you can see views as far as Mt. Ibuki and Mt. Ontake. We ate the famous dango at a shop along the way. You can enjoy both sweet and soy sauce. I highly recommend it when you go.

Awesome lookout and reproduced historic castle that overlooks the Gifu area. Very scenic and picturesque panoramic views from the observatory deck and castle. Take the cable car up or you can hike 2hrs. Highly recommend cable car.

Nice one day picnic with trekking experience in the forests of Gifu. Enjoy food with city views from a great height. Overall fun and adventure.. 😍😍😍

Historical mark in Gifu city. You can take the ropeway to the top, very nice view of the city. Not exactly a castle more like an observation tower. Lacking more historical situation. You can learn more about Nobunaga and Japans history at the Historical Museum but anyway can’t skip this monument if you visit the city.

A good view to see the whole area. In addition, the small hiking trail is also great to visit and feel the favor from the woods and mountain. Rope car is just no more than 1000yen very worth to visit.

斎藤道三や織田信長ゆかりの岐阜城は、金華山ロープウェーに乗り大人往復1100円で山には上がり大人200円で入場できる。城は高い山のうえにあり坂道があつた。珍しい城なので1度是非登ってください。城内は信長の資料があり良かった。 (Translated by Google) Gifu Castle, which is associated with Dosan Saito and Nobunaga Oda, can be accessed by taking the Mt. Kinka Ropeway to the mountain for 1,100 yen round trip for adults and 200 yen for adults. The castle was on top of a high mountain and had a slope. It's a rare castle, so please climb it at least once. It was nice to have materials about Nobunaga in the castle.

Amazing place! The view from the top is breathtaking. You can see the range of hills along side the hill of castle and also the hill and mountains of gifu. You can see the buildings of Nagoya as well. There is gifu museum as well. Another Ticket to go inside castle & museum is required. There is restaurant and toilet with bridges and stone steps along the pathway. You can either hike or go through cable car.

It’s a very good place to build a castle. You don’t have to take a chairlift if you can walk two and a little bit more kilometers but if you decide to chairlift be prepared to walk uphill a bit more. Also if you want to go into the castle itself, that’s a couple hundred yen you have to pay. Which is totally worth it anyway the view on the top of the castle is spectacular. The breeze is so refreshing you also have to pay a couple hundred yen for the museum as well. I don’t know what it’s like because I didn’t went there. Be prepared for our very long line for the chairlift though, could be 30min or more

From the Gifu castle you can view the whole Gifu city.. that is a nice place but the wind is strong when we go to the top of the castle.. nice experience

There is a lot about the history of Nobunaga inside the castle and the view from the top is really nice definitely worth your 200¥.

Lovely views. We took the cable car up and hiked down and it was a wonderful day. The castle itself has some interesting artifacts but the interior structure is unimpressive. The exterior is very pretty though. Worth the trip!

Very impressive castle and amazing story behind it. If you are in this area or you are wanting to see any Japanese castle, this one is near the top(literally). You can choose to walk up this mountain and see the beautiful nature views along the way or pay a small charge to ride the rope lift car. Or, walk one way and ride another is an option as well. It is great to learn of this story and also see gifu and other areas of Japan from high on the castle top.

Beautiful and gorgeous view! Amazing place to visit. Very high up and inexpensive.

Kyoto Tower is just above the tourist information center. They're selling a lot of different rail passes that you can collect on the spot. The staff speaks fluent Mandarin and English. Head to the counter and ask for some coupons before heading to any destination. I've received a free entrance ticket for me and my friends to Kyoto Tower.

I'm very thankful to Yo Koitani San and team for helping me to address my concern this afternoon (25/12)! Not only they are super helpful in providing the best recommendation on how to utilise my kansai wide area pass, they were also very meticulous & patience throughout my visit together w my aunt. We were extremely grateful as Yo Koitani San solve all our issues as well as provided his assistance in helping us to reserve the shinkansen ticket. You guys are the best!

Went there twice to collect tickets and seek advice. Overall, staff were all friendly and helpful. Mr Yo Koitani stood out as he helped us map detailed routes for us to maximize our passes. He was patient and kind and friendly. Thank you Mr. Yo!

We had a lovely lady helping us and gave us really helpful tips and suggestions regarding transportation. I’d highly recommend stopping by if you need any help during your stay in Kyoto and surrounding areas. The staff spoke fluent English and mandarin. They were very patient with answering my detailed questions :)

Came here because we need to get mobile data. We were served by Ms Asami Yabu. She is helpful, informative and speaks english fluently. Not only did she advise us a suitable plan for our needs, she also gave us nice local recommendations of where to go in Kyoto and Osaka. It felt like speaking to a friend than a guide and made for a good start to our tour around Kansai. Thanks for your warm hospitality, Yabu san :)

Went here to claim the Kansai Thru Pass card. The process was straight forward; they only needed the reservation QR.

Kudos to Asami, the very kind lady from Kumano Kodo prefecture who works in this office in Kyoto: she took all the necessary time to help me with all the arrangements and travel information about Kansai region. Great experience, thanks a lot Asami!

I visited the tourist centre for guidance on how to get to Mount Hiei. The officer who attended to me, Asami Yabu, was extremely helpful and advised me to take the trains and cable car via the Kansai Thru Pass rather than the direct bus which would be faster but a lot less scenic. It wasn't easy to direct someone who's never been to the area but she was patient and her instructions were clear. I thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful views going and coming back frm Mt Hiei. TQ for helping me enjoy Mt Hiei so thoroughly, Asami!

Great helpful English speaking staff who provided excellent advice on the best things to do in Kyoto which we mostly followed. Thus we had the best of experiences in Kyoto,

So helpful, this should be your first stop for your first time in Kyoto. The friendly and patient staff spent a long time with us helping us navigate transport system, local sights and exact instructions to get us to difficult places outside of Kyoto. They even tracked down and had delivered the wallet my husband had lost in a taxi!

Very nice and helpful staff. They also speak better English than anyone else we've interacted with during our week-long trip in Japan - no communication difficulties whatsoever.

Really much Appreciate for their effort for helping me find out information about tax refund...Thank You Very Much

I got a coupon for the exhibition :) and a shopping bag after finishing a simple survey. The Cantonese speaking staff was very kind and recommended a lot of good attractions, restaurants, coffee shops, etc ... I had a great time in Kyoto. Cheers!

Well preserved streets here, with lots of history on display and helpful friendly people. Plenty of paper crafts and shops to enjoy, and historical buildings to look around. There is ample parking nearby, so no need to drive down the street. There is also some good sake to be found here. Spend the day and enjoy a visit. Recommended.

Beautiful area to walk around in. Not only are there Udatsu ornamental rooftops, but there are quite many shops in the area as well. Be very careful, because you will spend a lot of money. The articles are not overpriced. But they are almost exclusively hand-made, and you can buy them nowhere but in Mino. There are beautiful paper items, like fans, notebooks, covers and all sorts of things, there is Sake, Japanese specialties, even Western-style confectionery, as well as Japanese confectionery, which looks similar to Western, but tastes much different. Come to Mino, lose yourself in the town center. Then go to the lookout building for a great view over the city and its surroundings.

If you are into pre-Edo and Edo architecture, then this is the place for you. Otherwise, it is an enjoyable walk around, looking at shops and their wares. A historical area worth the effort to go visit.

A calm and peaceful street with historical wooden house. There are some historical Washi shops around.

I love the old juku post towns. There are a few really nice shops but not enough for the sprawling neighborhood. A few historically significant buildings have informative plaques.

If you have the chance, definitely visit this old town. Make sure you have some cash on you because there is a lot of well, handmade goods you can buy. I really want to go back sometime in the future!

Very nice atmosphere with a lot of small craft shops.