Nishiki Market
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About Nishiki Market
A five-block-long covered market dubbed 'Kyoto's Kitchen,' with over 100 shops and stalls dating back to the Edo period. Pickle vendors, fresh seafood, grilled mochi, and matcha sweets line the narrow arcade. A perfect spot for grazing on Kyoto specialties like yuba (tofu skin) and tsukemono (pickles).
Address
Nishikikoji-dori, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8124Best Time to Visit
Mid-morning (10 AM–12 PM) when everything is freshly stocked
Location
Pro Tips
- Go hungry — most stalls offer samples and single-portion sizes
- Try the freshly grilled unagi (eel) on a skewer — it's incredible
- Pickles (tsukemono) make great souvenirs; Shioya is the best shop
- Many stalls close by 5 PM, so don't leave this for dinner
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