Nature
Kamogawa Delta
鴨川デルタ
The point at Demachiyanagi where the Kamo and Takano rivers meet, with turtle-shaped stepping stones across both rivers.
Key facts
- Station
- Demachiyanagi (Keihan Oto Line, Eizan Main Line)2 min walk
- Admission
- Free entry
- Typical visit
- 30 min
Tip
The stepping stones can be slippery and are best avoided after heavy rain when the water is high.
01Where to stay
Stay nearby
This place is near the Imperial Palace and Demachiyanagi. Median hotel rate in the latest sample: US$375 per night. Where to stay near the Imperial Palace and Demachiyanagi
Prices and availability come from the booking sites and can change.
02Map
Nearby places
- Shopping Demachi Masugata Shopping Street 出町桝形商店街 A covered neighbourhood arcade of about 160 m west of the Kamo river, with fruit and vegetable shops, a supermarket and small eateries. Free entry 30 min 5 min walk
- Shrine Shimogamo Shrine 下鴨神社 One of Kyoto's oldest shrines and part of the UNESCO Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, at the junction of the Kamo and Takano rivers. Free entry 45 min 15 min walk
- Landmark Kyoto Imperial Palace 京都御所 The residence of the imperial family until 1868, set inside Kyoto Gyoen park. Free entry 1 h 7 min walk
- Nature Kyoto Gyoen National Garden 京都御苑 A park about 1300 m long and 700 m wide around the Imperial Palace and Sento Palace, with gravel paths, lawns and tree groves. Free entry 45 min 5 min walk
Sources · Verified 24 September 2026