Uzumasa
Kyoto
Popular places to visit
Kawaramachi Street
During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Kawaramachi Street. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Kiyomizu Temple
Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.
Nishiki Market
Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
This shrine at the base of Inari Mountain is dedicated to the goddess of rice and prosperity. See its thousands of red gates around a network of beautiful trails.
Kyoto Tower
In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation.
Nijō Castle
Visit the world of a wealthy and powerful shogun in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.
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Top hotels in Uzumasa
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"Loved this place!! Can’t Waite to come back again. The onsen was so relaxing, followed by a chair massage and complementary popsicle😁, Don’t worry they give you full directions on how to onsen, so you don’t have to feel uneasy about it. After our dinner we enjoyed the complementary ramen before ..."
Reviewed on 27 May, 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
"Rooms were very spacious and clean. Staff was very helpful and accommodating"
Reviewed on 27 May, 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
"The room was clean and the beds were very comfortable!"
Reviewed on 27 May, 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
"Everything was excellent with the hotel. Great location, staff were very helpful. Restaurant has amazing food and even managed to get us into the restaurant with no reservations I would highly recommend this hotel"
Reviewed on 27 May, 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
"Im glad I picked this hotel 😊"
Reviewed on 26 May, 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
"Great location. Right across from Kyoto station. Hotel well maintained. Room spacious."
Reviewed on 27 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uzumasa
Ukyo Ward
Gardens, forests and river views highlight some notable features of Ukyo Ward. Make a stop by Aeon Mall Kyoto or Shijo Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station or Hanazono Station to get around town.
Arashiyama
You might enjoy the river views while in Arashiyama. Nonomiya Shrine is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saga-Arashiyama Station or Torokko Arashiyama Station to see more of the city.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Nakagyo Ward
Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle are top sights in Nakagyo Ward, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station to see more sights in the area.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Nishijin Textile Center and Kamishichiken Kabukai are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
Nishijin
Nishijin is a destination travellers like for its coffee shops, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Nishijin Textile Center.
