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Kyoto Shopping Streets

Nishiki Market Travel Guide: How to Enjoy Kyoto’s Kitchen, Packed with 400 Years of History, to the Fullest!

Located in the heart of Kyoto City, Nishiki Market is one of Japan’s most famous shopping streets, with Approx. 400 years of history. Beneath its arcade roof, specialty shops line the street, offering fresh seafood, Kyoto vegetables, pickles, and other ingredients that support Kyoto’s food culture. The lively calls of shop owners create a true market atmosphere, and there are also many cultural highlights that make it fascinating even just to stroll through.