Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka
二寧坂・産寧坂
A stone-paved slope lined with old townhouses that leads up to Kiyomizu-dera. The Yasaka Pagoda framed by machiya shopfronts is Kyoto's most classic street scene.
Sannenzaka (also called Sanneizaka) and Ninenzaka are stone-paved slopes leading to Kiyomizu-dera. Traditional machiya townhouses line both sides, and the shops sell Kyoto fans, Kiyomizu ware, shichimi chili blend, matcha desserts, and even a Starbucks housed in an old folk house. The district is a National Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. Looking back from the slope toward the Yasaka Pagoda of Hōkan-ji is one of Kyoto's signature views. The streets are open all day, and most shops are open roughly 9:00–18:00. Daytime brings huge crowds, so go before 8:00 a.m. or in the late afternoon. Combine it with Kiyomizu-dera and Kodai-ji for a Higashiyama walking route.
Opening hours
Open all day; shops approx. 09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Kodai-ji
- Kiyomizu-dera
- Yasaka Shrine
- Chion-in
- Gion & Hanamikoji Street
- Sanjusangen-do
- Pontocho
- Nishiki Market