Overview
Nishiki Market is a narrow, five-block-long shopping street, known as 'Kyoto's Kitchen', with more than one hundred shops and restaurants. It is one of the top tourist destinations in Kyoto, offering a wide variety of traditional Kyoto snacks and ingredients.
Nishiki Market has been a prominent marketplace in Kyoto since the early Edo period, providing fresh and local ingredients to the city's residents and visitors.
Location
Address
609 Nishidaimonjicho, Nakagyo, Kyoto
Neighborhood: Nakagyo-ku
Coordinates
35.000000, 135.768100
Visiting Information
Opening Hours
Admission
Best Time to Visit
Overall Best Period
March-May, October-November
Best Time of Day
Early morning
fewer crowds, fresher produce
Duration Recommendations
Seasonal Highlights
spring
mild to warm
- • cherry blossoms
- • spring vegetables
summer
hot and humid
- • summer festival foods
autumn
cool and pleasant
- • autumn foliage
- • autumn vegetables
winter
cold
- • holiday lights
- • warm food stalls
Know Before You Go
Essential Information
- Cash is preferred
- Bring small bills
- Check stall hours
What to Bring
essential
recommended
seasonal
not allowed
Health & Safety
Physical Requirements: low
- • Crowded spaces
- • Hot food handling
Medical facilities: nearby clinics
Payment Information
Accepted
cash, credit cards in some stalls
Currency
JPY
Typical Costs
Dress Code
casual, comfortable shoes, layers for variable weather, walking shoes, Inappropriate clothing for religious sites nearby
Booking Tips
- • Not typically required, but some popular stalls may have long lines
- • N/A
- • N/A
- • Arrive early
Amenities
Digital Services
Mobile App
Kyoto Nishiki Market Guide
Size: 25 MB
Features: Map, Stall recommendations, Event calendar
Platforms: iOS, Android
WiFi Zones: Some cafes and restaurants
Charging Stations: Limited, some cafes
How to Reach
From Airport
Nearest: Kyoto International Airport (KIX)
Distance: 60 km
Travel Time: 1.5 hours
From City Center
Distance: 1 km
Local Insights
Cultural Context
Why Locals Love It: Offers traditional Kyoto ingredients and snacks, supports local businesses
Historical Significance: Established in the early Edo period, has been a marketplace for centuries
Insider Tips
- Some stalls offer special discounts if you ask
- The market is less crowded on weekdays
- Try the matcha (green tea) soft serve on hot days
Local Recommendations
- • Try the tamagoyaki (sweet rolled omelette)
- • Ask vendors about their specialties
Language Help
Useful Phrases
Guide Languages: Japanese, English, Chinese
Photography Guide
Best Photo Spots
Main entrance
Best Time: Early morning
Tips: Wide angle for the lively street
Result: Vibrant market scene
Photography Rules
Nearby Attractions
Nishiki Tenmangu Shrine
Distance: 100m
Walking: 2 min
Type: Shrine
Teramachi Shopping Arcade
Distance: 200m
Walking: 3 min
Type: Shopping
Kyoto International Manga Museum
Distance: 500m
Walking: 7 min
Type: Museum
Nijo Castle
Distance: 1.5km
Walking: 20 min
Type: Castle
Reviews
Based on 15,000 reviews
Recent Visitor Tips
- "Try the fresh seafood"
- "Visit in the morning for the best experience"
- "Bring cash"
Contact Information
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Quick Info
Available Tours
145
Rating
4.6 / 5.0
Reviews
15,000
Adult Entry
Free (pay for food and items as you go)