This is a terrific and diverse five block traditional food market known as Kyoto's Kitchen, with most of the items being locally sourced and prepared in Kyoto. Start at the intersection of Nishikikoji Street and Takakura Street, before slowly working your way down the blocks until you end up at the Nishiki Tenmangu Shrine.

This trendy concept store is housed in a 13th-century Bukkoji temple with its own Japanese café next door. This is a great place to score some unique designer home accessories and products from local small-batch food producers, after a light lunch and a cup of Japanese, freshly brewed tea. The Torasaru cake is an absolute must: citrusy, velvety, and every so tasty

Whether you are looking for the perfect souvenir for a loved one back home, or want something to remember your trip by, stop at Artisugu Nishiki Market where you can buy extremely high quality knives. The excellent craftsmanship is evident in each knife. 

If you're looking for a truly peaceful dining experience, you couldn't be with more luck when you stumble across Savory. A masterful collaboration with Comme Chinois, dine on farm-to-table food on the rooftop merely steps away from the garden.