Street
Gion Shirakawa
祇園白川
A stretch of the Shirakawa canal north of Shijo-dori, lined with willows, restaurants and ochaya, around the small Tatsumi bridge. It is usually quieter than Hanamikoji.
Key facts
- Area
- Gion
- Station
- Gion-Shijo (Keihan Main Line)5 min walk
- Admission
- Free entry
- Typical visit
- 20 min
Tip
Early morning is the calmest time for photos; in the evening the restaurant windows are lit.
01Where to stay
Stay nearby
This place is in Gion. Median hotel rate in the latest sample: US$541 per night. Where to stay in Gion
Prices and availability come from the booking sites and can change.
02Map
Nearby places
- Street Hanamikoji-dori 花見小路通 The main street of the Gion geisha district, running south from Shijo-dori to Kennin-ji. Free entry 30 min 5 min walk
- Nature Kamo River Walk 鴨川 Paths run along both banks of the Kamo river through central Kyoto. Free entry 45 min 3 min walk
- Landmark Minamiza Theatre 南座 A kabuki theatre at the east end of Shijo bridge, founded in the early Edo period on the same site. Paid entry 30 min 1 min walk
- Street Pontocho 先斗町 A narrow alley running from Shijo-dori to Sanjo-dori one block west of the Kamo river, packed with restaurants and bars from inexpensive yakitori to exclusive traditional dining. Free entry 45 min 3 min walk
Sources · Verified 24 September 2026