Kyoto Recommended sightseeing/indoor spots on a rainy day
Full of ancient temples and famous shrines that everyone knows about, as well as sightseeing spots connected to them. Kyoto for, There are many spots where you can enjoy even on rainy days. doing.
So this time, Recommended sightseeing spots and ways to enjoy Kyoto on a rainy day featured !
Experience tours you can enjoy at the introduced spots and around them Also introduced To do.
Let's set off on a new sightseeing trip to Kyoto where you don't have to worry about the weather that day!
table of contents
- 1 Recommended for rainy days in Kyoto! Indoor sightseeing spot: Experience making things at a Kyomachiya workshop
- 2 Recommended for rainy days in Kyoto! Indoor tourist spot: Enjoy exquisite gourmet food at Sanjokai Shopping Street
- 3 Recommended for rainy days in Kyoto! Indoor sightseeing spot: Kyoto Arashiyama Onsen Relax in Kaze Kaze no Yu
- 4 Recommended for rainy days in Kyoto! Indoor sightseeing spots: Bakumatsu Meiji Restoration Museum Ryozan History Museum
- 5 Recommended for rainy days in Kyoto! Indoor tourist attractions: Kyoto Railway Museum
- 6 Enjoy sightseeing in Kyoto even on rainy days!
- 7 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
Recommended for rainy days in Kyoto! Indoor sightseeing spot: Experience making things at a Kyomachiya workshop
Kyoto
of
Machiya (Kyomachiya)
teeth,
Compose the old streets of Kyoto
traditional architecture building
is.
Narrow in width and long in depth,
Elongated design also known as "eel bed"
It has become.
If a Kyomachiya is a merchant house, it will be indoors.
store space
However, if you are a craftsman, stay indoors.
workshop
is installed indoors, such as the kitchen, guest room, and bedroom.
living space
It is also connected.
Rare in modern times,
Work and home integrated floor plan
It is characterized by the fact that it is adopted
.
Even now in Kyoto Several Kyoto Machiya houses that are over 100 years old still exist. and some Reusing the original atmosphere and operating it as an experiential workshop/workshop Also where you are doing it.
Kyomachiya is
indoor facility
that's why,
Kyoto × The perfect spot for sightseeing on a rainy day
is!
Forget about time in a historic Japanese-style retro space
making accessories
or
Pottery experience
You can fully immerse yourself in an extraordinary experience.
As memories of sightseeing in Kyoto and souvenirs,
Manufacturing experience
It's also fun to participate.
Find the experience or item you want to make and make a reservation.
This plan is not available in English.
Would you like to make your own Japanese paper earrings in a nostalgic space? Great for making memories of your trip to Kyoto, for a girls' night out, or as a gift for a special someone...you can take the products you create home with you on the same day.
This plan is not available in English.
Would you like to make your own “Tonbotama Strap” in a nostalgic space? Great for making memories of your trip to Kyoto, for a girls' night out, or as a gift for a special someone...you can take the products you create home with you on the same day.
[Kyoto] Enjoy a pottery hand-making experience at a townhouse in Nishijin, Kyoto
This plan is not available in English.
For a memorable trip to Kyoto, why not try your hand at making pottery at Oriyaken, a Kyoto townhouse that combines work and residence? Our workshop is located in an old weaver townhouse where Nishijin-ori was actually made, so you can fully enjoy your pottery experience in a relaxing space that will make you feel like you have traveled back in time to old Kyoto. Can be experienced by small children. For first-time users, all you have to do is pile up string-shaped soil.
Recommended for rainy days in Kyoto! Indoor tourist spot: Enjoy exquisite gourmet food at Sanjokai Shopping Street
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Sanjokai shopping street
"teeth,
Popular sightseeing spot in Kyoto
Former Imperial Villa Nijo Castle
A shopping street running east-west on the south side of
is.
Approximately 180 stores on a street approximately 800m long
are lined up,
Gourmet/Sweets/Shopping
You can enjoy it.
The shopping street arcade with roof for, Feel free to stop by on your way to sightseeing in Kyoto on a rainy day can do Yo!
Since its inception in 1914 (Taisho 3)
Sanjokai shopping street that has continued for 109 years
There are many long-established stores that have been loved by locals and tourists for a long time.
Plenty of gourmet and sweets spots
Because I am doing
Perfect for eating while walking
!
Among them, if you want to enjoy meaty gourmet food,
Kyoto Meat Shop Hiro main store (Meat Shop Hiro)
” is recommended.
We have a menu of fried foods that are perfect for eating while walking.
satisfying to eat
Specialty “
Hiro's special croquette
” is a popular menu item that keeps selling out.
is!
On the other hand, if you want to enjoy simple Japanese-style sweets,
Yano's own garden
” is highly recommended.
For more than half a century, we have continued to provide
Standard menu ``
Original matcha soft serve ice cream
”
You can eat it!
If you are looking for unique Kyoto sweets,
Sesame shop Creepdo
"fart.
We have a full menu of side dish crepes and sweet crepes made with fragrant golden sesame seeds and wrapped in crispy dough.
The most popular is ``, where you can enjoy the taste of Kyoto in a healthy way.
Kyoto vegetable sesame crepe (golden sesame)
”
is!
In addition to the above Sanjokai shopping street is full of eating spots So, if you see a shop that interests you, please stop by.
Around the Sanjokai shopping street, there is a typical Kyoto atmosphere.
Handmade small items experience
is gaining popularity.
Find the items you want to make and try participating before or after your food tour.
You will be asked to create two works using an "electric potter's wheel." Even if you are a complete beginner, the instructor will teach you carefully, so you can create beautiful pieces that look like they are for sale. It can be done in about an hour, so it's recommended when you have some free time while sightseeing in Kyoto! Your work will arrive approximately 1 to 2 months after firing.
Using a technique called ``Surigo Yuzen'', you can dye patterns on handkerchiefs, folding fans, furoshiki, book covers, purses, etc. using paper patterns and a brush. This is especially recommended for those who want to casually experience Yuzen dyeing as a memento of their trip to Kyoto, and those who want to have fun creating pieces with friends.
[Kyoto/Nijo Johoku] Experience making keychains using Kyoto yorifusa and Kyoto kumihimo (kumihimo)!
Make a keychain using Kyoto twisted tassels. Make a ``Kumihimo'' like ``Your Name''. Choose up to two colored threads and assemble them into groups of four. Tie a knot and attach it to the tassel to create a keychain. Kanai-musubi is a type of knotting that has been used in Kyoto braiding for a long time as a knot that makes wishes come true. twisted tassel
Recommended for rainy days in Kyoto! Indoor sightseeing spot: Kyoto Arashiyama Onsen Relax in Kaze Kaze no Yu
"
Kyoto Arashiyama Onsen Fufu no Yu
” is a popular tourist destination in the western part of Kyoto City.
Arashiyama area
It is in
Day trip hot spring facility
is.
Fatigue recovery and beautiful skin
is effective in
Natural hot spring “Arashiyama Onsen”
is subtracting.
The facility is surrounded by lush greenery in Arashiyama, and overlooks a quaint garden.
open-air bath
In addition to "white hot water"
Silky hot water
",Spacious
Large public bath with indoor bath and sauna
Fully equipped.
shampoo, body soap etc.
Amenities are also provided, so
It is OK to visit empty-handed.
is!
You can relax after taking a bath
Tatami-floored rest area
In addition,
Hand kneading is also available for an additional fee.
Yo.
Please stop by to refresh your tired body from walking around Kyoto and take a break when the rain gets heavier!
At Activity Japan,
Kyoto Arashiyama Onsen Fukaze no Yu bathing ticket
can be booked
!
Experiences you can enjoy even on rainy days near Kyoto Arashiyama Onsen Fukaze Yu
You can also make a reservation, so please check it out as well.
The first day-trip hot spring in Arashiyama, Kyoto. Enjoy a rustic bath. The spring quality is a simple alkaline hot spring, which is said to be effective for neuralgia and muscle pain, and also has skin-beautifying effects. This is a great deal with a discounted ticket only available on weekdays, so please come and relax. Regular price Adults (junior high school students and above) 1,100 yen → 900 yen (
This plan is not available in English.
Perfect for souvenirs! Experience making Ogari Koboshi ♪ Experience Kyoto's traditional crafts and make memories at this popular spot that everyone can feel is ``Kyoto-like!''
This plan is not available in English.
Have fun learning about Kyoto's culture! Try Kyoto's traditional craft, "Hand-painted Yuzen." You can experience hand-painted Yuzen by choosing your favorite pattern such as butterflies, rabbits, and tigers on handkerchiefs processed with gold-plated metal. In addition to handkerchiefs, the items produced include masks, school tote bags, and T-shirts. The mask is hand-painted on a plain white mask (cat or fox).
Recommended for rainy days in Kyoto! Indoor sightseeing spots: Bakumatsu Meiji Restoration Museum Ryozan History Museum
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Bakumatsu Meiji Restoration Museum Ryozen History Museum
"teeth,
A rare museum that focuses on both the overthrowing and sub-shogunate camps at the end of the Edo period.
is.
indoor facility
Therefore, you can visit Kyoto without any problems even if you are sightseeing on a rainy day.
Location"
Kiyomizudera
"or"
Yasaka Shrine
"Such
, a popular area in the eastern part of Kyoto City,
Gion area
near
Located in.
Feel free to stop by on your way to popular tourist spots!
The Ryozen History Museum opened in 1970 (Showa 45).
Business people including Konosuke Matsushita, one of Japan's leading businessmen, and volunteers living in Kyoto,
Meiji 100
Founded in 1968 (Showa 43),
Ryozen Kenshokai
Operated by
It has been.
The exhibits inside the Ryozan History Museum are
related to the end of the Edo period
Permanent exhibition
And for a limited time
Special exhibition (exhibition)
2 types of
.
Even just the permanent exhibition,
Sword used by Shinsengumi soldiers
or,
Documents related to serious incidents
, everyone knows
Mementos of Meiji Restoration patriots
such as,
Full of interesting exhibits even if you are not a history fan
is.
In addition, at the special exhibition (exhibition),
Exhibits focusing on various great figures from the end of the Edo period
can be enjoyed depending on the season.
It might be a good idea to research the contents of the exhibitions in advance and visit according to the special exhibitions (exhibitions) that interest you.
In the area around the Bakumatsu Meiji Restoration Museum Ryozan History Museum, you can take your time in a calm atmosphere.
manufacturing
Popular spots where you can try your hand at!
Why not join us before or after exploring Kyoto's history?
This plan is not available in English.
This is a pottery experience at the long-established pottery manufacturer Touan. This plan includes a potter's wheel experience. A craftsman will accompany you, so you can experience it with peace of mind. Why not make your own unique piece of pottery as a memento of your trip in the quiet surroundings of Higashiyama Sennyuji Temple and Tofukuji Temple? *Separate shipping charges apply (shipping within Japan will be cash on delivery) *Shipping overseas will be sent by EMS
At "Kyoto Shippo Hiromi Art Higashiyama Store," you can experience making a piece of "Kyoto Shippo," a designated traditional craft of Kyoto. This plan involves carefully finishing a piece of work using a technique called "wired Shippo." Please choose one item of your choice from a pendant, strap, obi clasp, or brooch.
Recommended for rainy days in Kyoto! Indoor tourist attractions: Kyoto Railway Museum
" Kyoto Railway Museum "teeth Located in the center of Kyoto city, One of the largest railway museums in Japan is.
JR Kyoto Station
It is located to the west of the
Accessible on foot from both JR Umekoji Kyoto Nishi Station and JR Kyoto Station
.
Indoor facilities & location close to the station
Therefore, it's the perfect spot to stop by at the beginning or end of your Kyoto trip on a rainy day.
is.
Highlights inside the Kyoto Railway Museum include:
From steam locomotive to Shinkansen
up to,
Arranged to trace the history of Japanese railways
54 valuable vehicles
!
You can see retro vehicles and rare vehicles with historical value.
is.
Among them, the ones you should check out are:
Nationally designated important cultural property
"
Fan-shaped garage
”
.
An impressive sight with a large number of steam locomotives lined up in a circle
You can enjoy it!
In addition, vehicles departing from the fan-shaped garage rotate and change direction.
Turntable
'' and `` which shows how steam locomotives are actually maintained.
SL 2nd inspection and repair warehouse
"etc.
Dynamic and unique equipment that can only be seen at the Kyoto Railway Museum
You can take a tour!
In addition to seeing more, there are also
Experience exhibition “
SL steam issue
You can ride on
.
Passenger cars actually pulled by steam locomotives
You can enjoy an extraordinary retro experience by riding on a 1km round trip!
Please check the schedule and give it a try!
Enjoy sightseeing in Kyoto even on rainy days!
This time Recommended sightseeing spots and ways to enjoy Kyoto on a rainy day featured Did.
Exploring history through manufacturing, gourmet food, and hot springs and, The ancient capital of Kyoto has many attractive spots that you can enjoy even on rainy days. !
Please refer to this special feature and enjoy sightseeing in Kyoto on a rainy day!
*The contents of this article are current as of December 2023.
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