Overview
Kyoto's famous Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines hold markets on their fete days. Toji's bazaar attracts up to 200,000 visitors. Kitano Tenmangu shrine's antiques market features sacred dance and drum performances. Hyakumanben Chion-ji's market offers only handcrafted items, Shimogamo Jinja hosts a huge, used book market boasting 800,000 books, and the flea market in front of Heian Jingu focuses on the younger generation. Discover the draw of Kyoto markets that originated at places of worship.
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7 - 1Sagano: A Sense of Transience in an Age-old Retreat January 17, 2019 -
7 - 2Modern Civil Architecture: A Strikingly Eclectic Heritage February 07, 2019 -
7 - 3Kyoto's Bakery Culture: Testament to the Ancient Capital's Modernity February 21, 2019 -
7 - 4The Minamiza Theatre: In the Spiritual Home of Kabuki March 28, 2019
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7 - 5Kyoto Storefronts: Enticements to Enter Within April 04, 2019 -
7 - 6Amida Buddha: Prayers for Guidance to the Pure Land May 16, 2019 -
7 - 7Kyoto-style Sushi: Artful, Beautiful and Delicious June 20, 2019 -
7 - 8Kyoto Toys: Elegant Amusements That Inspire Delight July 04, 2019 -
7 - 9Family Crests: Pedigree in the Ancient Capital August 01, 2019 -
7 - 10The Modern Flower: Old Meets New in Arrangement October 10, 2019 -
7 - 11Randen: The Streetcar Close to Residents' Hearts October 31, 2019 -
7 - 12Kyoto Markets: Places of Worship Bring People Together November 07, 2019 -
7 - 13Awata Matsuri: An Ancient Festival Revived December 05, 2019