Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma)
Discover 61 authentic local spots in Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma), one of Kyoto's most vibrant neighborhoods. From specialty coffee shops to hidden bars and local restaurants - all recommended by locals.
Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma) is one of Kyoto's neighborhoods worth knowing on its own terms. We've mapped 61 local favorites here — spanning vintage shops, vinyl shops, bars and more — each rated 4.7★ on average by real visitors. This is the version of Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma) you get when a local shows you around, not the one on the postcard.
Frank store and Coil are the highest-rated starting points. Walk it rather than plan it: Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma) rewards turning down the side streets between the spots below.
All 61 spots in Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma) — open them in the free iOS app for live distances and directions.
Vintage Shops
8 places in Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma)
Frank store
Coil
古道具ponpon
Prince of Peace vintage
BUFF ANTIQUE MALL
gRASS
Hatsuka
oud.
Vinyl Shops
2 places in Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma)
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Bars
10 places in Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma)
kazubar
BAR Liquor Museum Karasuma Gojo
ちょっとBar悟つぼ+cafe
Candy
Moon Walk Shijo Karasuma
Bar Dots
Rain
BAR Study
Lotus
Calvador
Restaurants
18 places in Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma)
Creative Cuisine Wa
Kiraku
Tatsu-ya
CURRY SHOPファミリー 京阪七条店
J BOWL 烏丸五条店 / アサイーボウル / グリークヨーグルト専門店
Taishu Sukiyaki Hokuto Shijo Karasuma Branch
Fuufuu Shijo Karasuma
Mexican Food Raicho Shrine
古民家居酒屋 晴れ晴"れ
Sushi Restaurant Miyuki
Dining五宝
Shofukutei
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Gussantoko
KYOTO GOJO ONO
Hito-no-Aji Shita-no-Aji Fukuzsawa
灯商店（五条モール）
Wakamatsuya Liquor Store
Artisan Bakeries
8 places in Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma)
製パン福麦
Lion Bakery
Boulangerie Galopain
boulangerie pâtisserie sakura
THE CITY BAKERY Kyoto Nishiki Kouji
coneruya
Flip up!2
京食パン工房 ここん
Coffee
14 places in Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma)
KAEru coffee
京町家いづも 花のか
ラオス料理 タマサート
Okaffe bar&dolce
Nakashimaya
The coffee shop in the basement Tabco
cafe nido
Mar Cafe
Ichikawaya Coffee
Café Amazon
Nichijo Sahan +
Coffee Tsutaya
Moon & Sixpence
楽平家カフェ
Brunch Spots
1 place in Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best places to visit in Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma), Kyoto?
Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma) has 61 local spots curated by Polomaps, across 7 categories. Top-rated spots include Frank store, Coil, BBG RECORD — all recommended by locals rather than tourist lists.
Is Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma) worth visiting in Kyoto?
Yes! Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma) is one of Kyoto's most authentic neighborhoods with 61 local favorites averaging 4.7★. You'll find vintage shops, vinyl shops, bars, restaurants — all recommended by locals, not tourists.
How do I explore Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma) like a local?
Download the free Polomaps iOS app to see every Gojo-dori (East of Karasuma) spot on a live map around you, with walking distances and directions. Save your favorites and search anything specific — the app finds well-rated local places for any craving.
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