Shijo Street

Springtime in Kyoto's Gion district. #asia #japan #kyoto #gion #sakura #streetphotography #travel
The area of #Gion in #Kyoto is the traditional, cultural pulse of #Japan (also home to many #cherryblossoms in the #spring). I took this photo around 8:20 AM in early April when there were few people on the streets (an uncommon scene during peak cherry blossom season in Kyoto.) 

I noticed that in Japan, folks don't start their day until later (after 8:30 AM), unlike in Europe where if you're not at an attraction prior to 5AM, there are going to be a billion other people in your shot. We took a moment to bask in the peacefulness of the moment.

#Lifeatexpedia
#Travel
#Culture
This time of the year, with the leaves changing colour, really makes for fantastic views in Kyoto. The Gion district is perfect for this as it's an oasis of tradition and quiet in a bustling city!
Shijo Street
Shijo Street


Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
MONday Apart Premium Osaka Namba WEST
Hotel S-Presso Namba Ekimae

Tours & day trips

See all 270 activities

Classes & workshops

See all 51 activities

Adventure & outdoor

See all 15 activities

Cruises & boat tours

See all 7 activities

Spa & wellness

See all 4 activities

Popular places to visit


Top Shijo Street Hotel Deals

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

4 out of 5
Sujakuuchihatacho 41-10, Shimogyo Ward Kyoto Kyoto
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo

The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo

3.5 out of 5
22-7 Nishinokyo Shokujicho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

4 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4 Kyoto Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo

Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo

4 out of 5
181 Bokumikanabutsu-cho Kyoto Kyoto
Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shijo

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shijo

4 out of 5
707-1 Myodenji-cho, Shijo-sagaru Kyoto Kyoto
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shijo
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji

3.5 out of 5
9-3 Kankiji-cho, Shimogyoku Kyoto Kyoto
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

The Annual Holiday Sale

Members save up to 40% on hotels. Plan this year’s big trip and save.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages. Book Flight + Lodging, save up to 100% of flight price - Savings based on flight + lodging package prices as compared to the price of the same components available for booking separately before all discounts and rewards applied. Your bundled savings cover up to 100% of your flight. Savings vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and travel suppliers. Savings not available on all flight + lodging package bookings.