Gion: where to eat, stay, and what to see

Gion Yorozuya

Location: Gion-Shijo Station, Keihan Main Line - 3 min walk

Hours (Sun & Holiday): 12:30-15:30

Last order (Mon & Tue & Wed & Thu & Fri & Sat): 18:40

A cash-only udon restaurant in Kyoto's historic Gion district, recognized by the Michelin Guide.

Good points:

- Specializes in udon (wheat noodles) within the atmospheric Gion neighborhood of Kyoto.

- Listed in the Michelin Guide, noted by multiple reviewers as a Bib Gourmand entry.

- About a 3–5 minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station, making it easy to reach.

- Reservations are not accepted, and waits of over an hour are commonly reported.

- Cash only — no credit cards or electronic payments are accepted.

For visitors: Arrive early or be prepared to queue, and bring cash as no other payment methods are accepted.

Yasaka Shrine

Location: Gion-Shijo Station, Keihan Line - 5 min walk

A landmark Shinto shrine in Kyoto's Gion district with over 1,300 years of history.

Good points:

- Open 24 hours a day, with lantern-lit grounds beautiful after dark.

- Free admission to the shrine grounds for all visitors.

- Home shrine of the famous Gion Matsuri, held throughout July.

- A 5-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station on the Keihan Line.

- Adjacent to Maruyama Park and a short walk from Kiyomizudera.

For visitors: Take City Bus 206 from Kyoto Station to the Gion stop for direct access, or alight at Gion-Shijo Station for a quick 5-minute walk.