All Reviews of Kyoto Station Building

When visiting Kyoto, I think staying near Kyoto Station is really convenient! The Kyoto Station Building itself has shopping, food, souvenirs, and places to relax, and there are also many department stores, shopping centers, and restaurants nearby, making it easy to shop or grab something to eat.

If it’s your first time in Kyoto, staying near the station is also a great choice. There are plenty of hotels in the area, and transportation is very convenient. You can easily reach Kyoto’s major attractions by JR, subway, or bus.

After a long day of sightseeing, you can return to the station, have dinner, and do some shopping before heading back to your hotel. It really saves time and effort. For independent travelers, the area around Kyoto Station is a great choice where it’s “convenient to stay, fun to explore, and easy to get anywhere!”

If you're visiting Kyoto with elderly family members, I recommend staying near Kyoto Station. It's directly connected to the Isetan department store and the Porta underground shopping mall, so you can shop for Japanese clothing, souvenirs, and groceries as soon as you leave the station, without the hassle of squeezing onto city buses with local commuters. The HARUKA limited express also runs directly from Kansai Airport to the station, making it easy to check in with your luggage and providing a more comfortable itinerary for elderly travelers.

For dinner, I recommend Wagyu Sukiyaki Kyoto Rikizan, about a five-minute walk from the station. The restaurant specializes in tableside cooking service, so there's no need to struggle with cooking it yourself. The chef sears beautifully marbled premium wagyu in a slightly sweet sauce. Dipped in rich beaten egg, it melts in your mouth and is full of savory flavor. Elderly family members can also easily enjoy this exquisite taste unique to Kyoto and leave with lasting memories.

We came to Ramen Koji on the 10th floor of Kyoto Station to find something to eat. It brings together ramen shops from all over Japan, so there are plenty of choices. After walking around all day, a steaming bowl of ramen with rich broth and chewy noodles was especially satisfying. What I liked most was being able to choose according to my own taste and experience ramen styles from different regions all in one place without having to travel far. The overall atmosphere was lively, the prices were reasonable, and the location was convenient.

Grand and modern by day, romantic and dazzling at night—Kyoto Station never gets old.

I especially love setting aside some time at the station:

Going upstairs to admire the illuminated Kyoto Tower in the distance

Stocking up on matcha desserts and souvenir boxes in the underground shopping area

Having a steaming bowl of ramen upstairs before catching the train 🍜

As both the starting point and the final stop for travelers, this place truly offers beautiful views, great food, and shopping all in one〜Next time you're passing through, don't rush off. Set aside some time to explore and take photos.

The Kyoto Station Building is more than just a place to catch a train; it's a multipurpose space combining architecture, dining, and shopping. Walking through the spacious station, you can appreciate the unique appeal of its modern design, and the view of Kyoto from above offers a different perspective. The station has a wide variety of restaurants and shops, making it very convenient for dining, shopping, or taking a break. It was a fulfilling and enjoyable way to end this trip to Kyoto.

If you come to Kyoto and don't know where to go, Kyoto Station is definitely a great choice.

I originally thought it was just a place to catch a train, but it turns out it's basically a huge department store and food court! You can buy souvenirs, shop, and eat all in one place. It's super convenient not having to keep going from place to place. I especially recommend checking out Kyoto Ramen Koji. It brings together all kinds of popular ramen shops, so you'll really have a hard time choosing. But lines are the norm during mealtimes, so come early if you want to eat there.

When you're tired from shopping, there are places to sit and rest, and you can start sightseeing as soon as you leave the station. No wonder so many people say, “Kyoto Station is an attraction in itself.” I completely agree!

The architecture is super grand—totally different from the traditional Kyoto you might be imagining.

There's a water show here, and if you go all the way to the top floor, you get a direct view of Kyoto Tower. It's a modern station with a great sense of style.

Kyoto Station is like the gateway to the city and also a tourist spot itself. There’s a hotel, Isetan department store, food court, and underground shopping—all right next to the station. They really turned the station into a sightseeing destination.

This is Kyoto's main transportation hub. There are hotels and shopping malls, and you can catch buses to pretty much any sightseeing spot in Kyoto right outside the station.