Nishiki Market of Kyoto
Nishiki Market in Kyoto has rows and rows of shops selling a variety of specialty foods, fresh products, and many other merchandise. Thus, Nishiki Market is one of the top places for foreign tourists to experience the life of locals in Kyoto. If you are planning on a shopping tour during your Kyoto trip, make sure to squeeze in Nishiki Market on your itinerary. Kyoto Nishiki Market is located on Nishiki Road in central Kyoto between Teramachi-dori and Takakura-dori. The market is a street with only 3.3 to 5 meters and stretching to a length of 390 meters.
Long established, Nishiki Market specializes in selling traditional good. Walking through the market, visitors can find tapestry hang around the market and most stores are still furnished in traditional decoration. Known to be the kitchen of Kyoto, Nishiki market does not only sell fresh fish and chicken, but also dried products, cooking utensils, pottery, groceries, wine, and anything else you need in kitchen. Here you can fully experience the local life in Kyoto while sampling the famous Kyo-tsukemono pickled vegetable. The market is always bursting with people. You may find chefs from restaurants hunting for fresh ingredients in the morning, housewives shopping for groceries in the afternoon, and workers coming for dinner in the evening. As a vibrant market, Nishiki Market attracts locals as well as international travelers, who can get a glimpse into the local life in Kyoto.
Kyoto locals pay high attention to the freshness of ingredients. Whether is vegetable, fish, or snacks, they always choose seasonal ingredients to cook. Compare to other markets or grocery stores, Nishiki Market provide the freshest products. For that exact reason, you can find very high quality food but at a higher price in Nishiki Market. The market is decorated with colorful glass roof, which adds to the styling as well as keeping the market completely independent of the weather. Warm in winter and cool in summer, the design of the building contribute to preserving the freshness of the goods.
What to see in Nishiki Market:
Tanaka Keiran specialized in Japanese Tamagoyaki made with Kombu Dashi, and Kyo Dashimaki is the signature dish. Konnamonja is famous for soybean products. Among many delicious snacks, soymilk doughnut is a must-try when you are at the store. If you are a fan of ice cream, you should try the Soymilk Soft Serve as well. The next recommendation is Kai, serving the best Tako Tamago Octopus in the area. Karikari Hakase sells Kyoto style Takoyaki. Nishiki Kofukudo has a variety of confectioneries made with mochi. Lastly, Inoue Tsukudaniten offers different fried food, including the famous Chocolate Croquette, fried beef patty, and chicken nugget.
Nishiki Market Address: 609番地 Nishidaimonjicho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8054
Nishiki Market hours: 9:00am-5:30pm
Nishiki Market in Kyoto has rows and rows of shops selling a variety of specialty foods, fresh products, and many other merchandise. Thus, Nishiki Market is one of the top places for foreign tourists to experience the life of locals in Kyoto. If you are planning on a shopping tour during your Kyoto trip, make sure to squeeze in Nishiki Market on your itinerary. Kyoto Nishiki Market is located on Nishiki Road in central Kyoto between Teramachi-dori and Takakura-dori. The market is a street with only 3.3 to 5 meters and stretching to a length of 390 meters.
Long established, Nishiki Market specializes in selling traditional good. Walking through the market, visitors can find tapestry hang around the market and most stores are still furnished in traditional decoration. Known to be the kitchen of Kyoto, Nishiki market does not only sell fresh fish and chicken, but also dried products, cooking utensils, pottery, groceries, wine, and anything else you need in kitchen. Here you can fully experience the local life in Kyoto while sampling the famous Kyo-tsukemono pickled vegetable. The market is always bursting with people. You may find chefs from restaurants hunting for fresh ingredients in the morning, housewives shopping for groceries in the afternoon, and workers coming for dinner in the evening. As a vibrant market, Nishiki Market attracts locals as well as international travelers, who can get a glimpse into the local life in Kyoto.
Kyoto locals pay high attention to the freshness of ingredients. Whether is vegetable, fish, or snacks, they always choose seasonal ingredients to cook. Compare to other markets or grocery stores, Nishiki Market provide the freshest products. For that exact reason, you can find very high quality food but at a higher price in Nishiki Market. The market is decorated with colorful glass roof, which adds to the styling as well as keeping the market completely independent of the weather. Warm in winter and cool in summer, the design of the building contribute to preserving the freshness of the goods.
What to see in Nishiki Market:
Tanaka Keiran specialized in Japanese Tamagoyaki made with Kombu Dashi, and Kyo Dashimaki is the signature dish. Konnamonja is famous for soybean products. Among many delicious snacks, soymilk doughnut is a must-try when you are at the store. If you are a fan of ice cream, you should try the Soymilk Soft Serve as well. The next recommendation is Kai, serving the best Tako Tamago Octopus in the area. Karikari Hakase sells Kyoto style Takoyaki. Nishiki Kofukudo has a variety of confectioneries made with mochi. Lastly, Inoue Tsukudaniten offers different fried food, including the famous Chocolate Croquette, fried beef patty, and chicken nugget.
Nishiki Market Address: 609番地 Nishidaimonjicho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8054
Nishiki Market hours: 9:00am-5:30pm
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Most Frequently Asked Questions
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What are sold in Nishiki Market?There are many products sold in the market, including dried food, matcha, confectioneries, sushi, tofu, seasonal vegetables, groceries, snacks, and local dishes.
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What are specialty snacks are popular in the Nishiki Market?Tamagoyaki at Tanaka Keiran, soymilk doughnut and soymilk soft serve at Konnamonja, Tako Tamago Octopus at Kai, Takoyaki at Karikari Hakase, confectioneries at Nishiki Kofukudo, and Chocolate Croquette at Inoue Tsukudaniten are all recommended.
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What are the open hours of Nishiki Market?Different shops open at different time. Most stores open around 9AM and close at 5-6PM. Some are open at 11AM, closes at 16:30PM, a few open until 20:00PM.
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What else to see near the Nishiki Market?Ponto-cho is right next to the Nishiki Market. Ponto-cho is a popular street in Kyoto known for the numerous food options. Many high-end restaurants can be found in the area serving kaiseki cuisine and tofu cuisine. Shijo Kawaramachi is the largest shopping district in Kyoto. Lastly, Gion is also located nearby.
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Can you arrange a tour to Nishiki Market?Yes, but advance reservation is needed for English speaking tour guide. We recommend visiting on your own because the market is located in the city center, thus public transportation is very convenient.
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Can I get some local handicraft at Nishiki Market?Yes, Nishiki Market probably offers the best handicraft, which you can bring home as gifts. Additionally, there is a large shopping district worth visiting near the Nishiki market.
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Is Nishiki Market part of the group tour itinerary in Kyoto?Unfortunately, Nishiki Market is not included in group tour. Instead, you will be visiting other attractions in Kyoto. You can visiting Nishiki Market on your own, and you consult your tour guide if needed.
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