Kamo River

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Kamo River Tickets & Tours

Kyoto: Gion Hidden Gems & Geisha Culture Tour
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Tours • From Kyoto

Kyoto: Gion Hidden Gems & Geisha Culture Tour

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Kyoto Gion Geisha 2-Hour Cultural Tour with Hidden Gems
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Kyoto Gion Geisha 2-Hour Cultural Tour with Hidden Gems

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US$ 14.55
[W/Lunch] Kyoto Highlights Bike Tour with UNESCO Zen Temples
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[W/Lunch] Kyoto Highlights Bike Tour with UNESCO Zen Temples

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5.0 / 5
(7) • 100+ booked
US$ 108.95
Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera Temple Kimono/Yukata Rental Experience
Cultural experiences • Kyoto

Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera Temple Kimono/Yukata Rental Experience

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4.8 / 5
(12) • 100+ booked
US$ 17.39
Kyoto City, Magical Kyoto after Dark Private Half Day Guided Tour
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Kyoto City, Magical Kyoto after Dark Private Half Day Guided Tour

Private tour
Small group
English guided
5.0 / 5
(2) • 100+ booked
US$ 154.09
Private Kyoto Gion Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour with Local Guide
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Private Kyoto Gion Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour with Local Guide

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Small group
English guided
5.0 / 5
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US$ 89.40
Kyoto 10 Shrines Half-Day Small Group Cycling Tour
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Kyoto 10 Shrines Half-Day Small Group Cycling Tour

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US$ 72.65
Geisha & Yasaka Pagoda Cultural Tour in Kyoto
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Geisha & Yasaka Pagoda Cultural Tour in Kyoto

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(22) • 100+ booked
US$ 34.50
Kyoto City, Traditional Japanese Sweet Tasting Private Half Day Tour
Tours • Kyoto

Kyoto City, Traditional Japanese Sweet Tasting Private Half Day Tour

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English guided
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US$ 144.59
Kyoto: Matcha Sweets Cooking Workshop
Cultural experiences • Kyoto

Kyoto: Matcha Sweets Cooking Workshop

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US$ 86.85
Hidden Kyoto Half-Day Small Group Cycling Tour
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Hidden Kyoto Half-Day Small Group Cycling Tour

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US$ 95.35
Kyoto City, Eat Like a Local Half Day Walking Tour
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Kyoto City, Eat Like a Local Half Day Walking Tour

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Small group
English guided
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US$ 171.95

Where to stay in Kamo River

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Hotels • Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

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Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station
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Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station

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ALA HOTEL KYOTO
Hotels • Kyoto

ALA HOTEL KYOTO

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RIHGA Place Kyoto Shijo Karasuma
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RIHGA Place Kyoto Shijo Karasuma

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RIHGA Gran Kyoto
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RIHGA Gran Kyoto

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Onyado Nono Kyoto Shichijo
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Onyado Nono Kyoto Shichijo

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SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
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SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

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OMO5 Kyoto Sanjo by Hoshino Resorts
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OMO5 Kyoto Sanjo by Hoshino Resorts

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Hotel Keihan Kyoto Hachijoguchi
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Hotel Keihan Kyoto Hachijoguchi

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Cross Hotel Kyoto
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Cross Hotel Kyoto

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Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
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Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

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Hotel Granvia Kyoto
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Hotel Granvia Kyoto

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Transport to & from Kamo River

Kyoto City Subway and Bus 1 Day Ticket
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Kyoto City Subway and Bus 1 Day Ticket

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US$ 7.70
Kyoto to Nara Express Train by Kintetsu
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Kyoto to Nara Express Train by Kintetsu

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US$ 8.09
JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass
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JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass

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US$ 145.29
Eizan Electric Railway 1-Day Pass “Ee Kippu” & Kurama Onsen Set Ticket
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Eizan Electric Railway 1-Day Pass “Ee Kippu” & Kurama Onsen Set Ticket

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Randen Pass
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Randen Pass

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US$ 4.45
Kyoto Car Rental with Driver to Nara/Osaka/Kobe/Uji/Lake Biwa/Wakayama - English/Chinese Speaking Driver
Car charters • Kyoto

Kyoto Car Rental with Driver to Nara/Osaka/Kobe/Uji/Lake Biwa/Wakayama - English/Chinese Speaking Driver

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5.0 / 5
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Hieizan Free Pass (Unlimited 1-Day Rides on 6 Types of Transport)
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Hieizan Free Pass (Unlimited 1-Day Rides on 6 Types of Transport)

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US$ 22.10
Kyoto Private City Transfers to Kyoto Station/Kyoto City(One way)
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Kyoto Private City Transfers to Kyoto Station/Kyoto City(One way)

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4.3 / 5
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US$ 66.89
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Tokyo to Kyoto - Japan Rail Shinkansen (Bullet Train) Ticket
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Tokyo to Kyoto - Japan Rail Shinkansen (Bullet Train) Ticket

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Kyoto Departure Private Car Charter | Uji, Nara & Surrounding Areas
Car charters • Kyoto

Kyoto Departure Private Car Charter | Uji, Nara & Surrounding Areas

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4.7 / 5
(98) • 1K+ booked
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Kyoto - Tokyo Night Bus by VIP Liner
Buses • Kyoto (From Kyoto)

Kyoto - Tokyo Night Bus by VIP Liner

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Uji Tea Heritage Area Pass (Kyoto Keihan Bus One-Day Pass - All Routes)
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Uji Tea Heritage Area Pass (Kyoto Keihan Bus One-Day Pass - All Routes)

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US$ 10.45

Restaurants near Kamo River

Nanzenji Junsei Traditional Tofu Kaiseki Cuisine - Kyoto
Food & dining • Kyoto

Nanzenji Junsei Traditional Tofu Kaiseki Cuisine - Kyoto

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4.5 / 5
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US$ 27.75
Gion Maruyama (祇园丸山) and Kenninji Gion Maruyama - Michelin Starred Kaiseki in Kyoto Gion
Food & dining • Kyoto

Gion Maruyama (祇园丸山) and Kenninji Gion Maruyama - Michelin Starred Kaiseki in Kyoto Gion

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4.6 / 5
(9) • 700+ booked
US$ 72.95
Higashiyama Traditional Japanese tofu cuisine Souhonke Yudofu Okutan Kiyomizu Kyoto
Food & dining • Kyoto

Higashiyama Traditional Japanese tofu cuisine Souhonke Yudofu Okutan Kiyomizu Kyoto

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4.8 / 5
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US$ 40.45
One-Michelin star Shuhaku in Kyoto
Food & dining • Kyoto

One-Michelin star Shuhaku in Kyoto

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5.0 / 5
(11) • 500+ booked
US$ 52.80
Nikuyanodaidokoro - Wagyu Beef Roasted Meati in Kyoto,Sanjo Kawaramachi
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Nikuyanodaidokoro - Wagyu Beef Roasted Meati in Kyoto,Sanjo Kawaramachi

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Gion Kawakami (祇園川上) in Kyoto Gion
Food & dining • Kyoto

Gion Kawakami (祇園川上) in Kyoto Gion

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4.5 / 5
(84) • 3K+ booked
US$ 82.50
Kichisen in Kyoto Gion - Michelin Three Starred Kaiseki Restaurant
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Kichisen in Kyoto Gion - Michelin Three Starred Kaiseki Restaurant

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4.4 / 5
(15) • 1K+ booked
US$ 158.45
Tempura Endo Yasaka (天ぷら八坂圓堂)  Tempura in Gion Kyoto
Food & dining • Kyoto

Tempura Endo Yasaka (天ぷら八坂圓堂) Tempura in Gion Kyoto

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4.9 / 5
(15) • 1K+ booked
US$ 78.55
Guenpin in Gion- Puffer Fish Specialist
Food & dining • Kyoto

Guenpin in Gion- Puffer Fish Specialist

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4.5 / 5
(438) • 6K+ booked
US$ 39.85
Chihana (板前割烹 千花) Gion, Michelin 3-Starred Kappo in Kyoto
Food & dining • Kyoto

Chihana (板前割烹 千花) Gion, Michelin 3-Starred Kappo in Kyoto

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3.6 / 5
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US$ 76.45
Gion Wagyu Yakiniku Kyoyakiniku Hiro Gionyamanaan in Kyoto
Food & dining • Kyoto

Gion Wagyu Yakiniku Kyoyakiniku Hiro Gionyamanaan in Kyoto

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US$ 72.25
GION KYO-RYOURI HANASAKI NISHIKI - Kaiseki in Kyoto
Food & dining • Kyoto

GION KYO-RYOURI HANASAKI NISHIKI - Kaiseki in Kyoto

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4.7 / 5
(6) • 300+ booked
US$ 54.19

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The ultimate entertainment experience lighting up Kyoto's night. DRUM TAO Live Wadaiko Drum Show
Events & shows • Kyoto

The ultimate entertainment experience lighting up Kyoto's night. DRUM TAO Live Wadaiko Drum Show

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4.8 / 5
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Kyoto Gion: Samurai & Kimono Theatrical Show
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Bic Camera Tourist Privilege Discount Coupon in Kyoto
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Bic Camera Tourist Privilege Discount Coupon in Kyoto

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Same-Day Luggage Delivery Service | Osaka/Kyoto <-> Hiroshima/Hakata
Travel services • Kyoto

Same-Day Luggage Delivery Service | Osaka/Kyoto <-> Hiroshima/Hakata

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Kamo River Reviews

DEANNA *********
2026-10-07 13:15:43
Fantastic 5.0
Akemi was an absolute delight! We were lucky enough to have her all to ourselves as there were eight of us, which made the tour feel really personal and relaxed. Akemi was incredibly knowledgeable, warm and informative. She was more than happy to answer all of our questions and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand and really interesting. She also did a wonderful job interacting with our children and keeping them engaged throughout the tour. This was my first ever walking tour, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We learnt so much about Gion, its history and culture, and Akemi’s knowledge and lovely personality made it even more enjoyable. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Kyoto, especially families. Thank you, Akemi, for such a wonderful experience!
Klook User
2026-10-07 10:40:18
Fantastic 5.0
We had such a wonderful experience with Wajib! He was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire tour feel relaxed and enjoyable. He shared so much interesting information about the area and culture, while also making sure we had plenty of time to take everything in and enjoy the experience. Wajib was especially thoughtful and attentive throughout the tour, and you could really tell that he wanted us to have a great experience. We never felt rushed, and the tour was a perfect balance of sightseeing, learning, and enjoying the atmosphere. We would absolutely recommend Wajib and this tour to anyone visiting Kyoto. He was a fantastic guide and made our day even more memorable!
Klook User
2026-07-24 21:10:43
Fantastic 5.0
Highlight of our trip to Kyoto! Learned so much and enjoyed an amazing lunch. Our guide Yuka was so charming and engaging.
Klook User
2026-07-10 05:54:03
Fantastic 5.0
Thank you to our amazing tour guide Momoko!!! We had a wonderful and knowledgeable tour thanks to Momo! It was just us so it was an intimate and informative. We shared laughs and fun stories about Kyoto as well. If you see this Momo we loved you!!
Klook User
2026-09-02 02:08:00
Fantastic 5.0
one of the highlights of our visit to Japan. Alex was super friendly and took us to the most beautiful places in Kyoto. definitely worth it and hope to see you again soon! 5 stars *****
Clarissa ******
2026-06-08 01:12:56
Fantastic 5.0
Milo was my tour guide and he was fantastic! Very knowledgeable on everything Kyoto and i thoroughly enjoyed listening to him. I also loved how he met me at my hotel. He took me to some lovely souvenir shops and around the Keisha district and out of the hustle and bustle. Overall great experience!
Klook User
2026-10-03 10:38:36
Fantastic 5.0
An amazing experience. Interactive artworks and installations that evoke emotion, thought, and a sense of wonder. We spent three hours there. The venue itself is well-designed and high-quality, with restrooms and vending machines on every floor. Highly recommended.
클룩 고객
2026-09-30 00:11:48
Fantastic 5.0
It is a bit pricey, but with its pretty garden and the feeling of being well-cared for, it's a restaurant that parents would love. We made a reservation in advance so we were able to get right in, and after eating, going right next door to Blue Bottle for coffee was just perfect.
wu **
2026-08-10 14:33:14
Fantastic 5.0
Every dish was delicious, and the ingredients and presentation were exquisite. Overall, I was very satisfied with the meal. The staff were incredibly friendly, and the service was very attentive. The dishes were served faster than expected, so there wasn't a long wait between courses. The overall dining atmosphere was very comfortable, making it an excellent kaiseki experience.

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What to know about Kamo River

The Kamo River, also known as the Duck River, flows right through the ancient capital of Kyoto. It is a long stretch of river running from the Kyoto Basin down south to the Yodo River. It offers a peaceful escape from the city's hustle and bustle. Locals and tourists alike love it for the fresh air and stunning views, especially during cherry blossom season when pink flowers blanket the banks. One of the best things to do is take a walk along the river bank. While you walk, you can listen to the sound of the rushing water and see people relaxing by the riverbank. Be sure to try out the stepping stones that let you cross the river; they’re a fun way to get close to the water. If you get hungry, there are many restaurants nearby where you can enjoy delicious Japanese food while looking at the lovely scenery. More than just a river, the Kamo River is a special part of Kyoto’s history. It’s a place where people come together to admire the city's beauty. Whether you want to walk, run, or simply sit and relax, the Kamo River is a must-see for anyone visiting Kyoto Prefecture.
Kamo River, Kyoto, Japan

Things to do in Kamogawa River

Enjoy a Scenic Walk Along the River

Take a scenic stroll along popular walking spots along the Kamo River. It's a great place to enjoy the fresh air and see the amazing old buildings of the city.

Eat at Riverside Restaurants

Try Japanese food at the restaurants by the Kamo River. You can taste delicious dishes while enjoying a fantastic view of the water. It's a perfect mix of yummy food and the calm beauty of Kyoto's famous river, making it a wonderful place to dine.

Hop Across the Stepping Stones

Have fun with the stepping stones in the Kamo River. These stones are perfect for an adventurous walk and a cool way to explore the river. It's great for families or anyone looking for a little excitement. Balancing on them gives you a neat view of Kyoto's lively cityscape, adding some fun to your day.

Relax and Picnic by the River

Pick a nice spot on the riverbanks for a relaxing picnic. Many locals and tourists love doing this. Bring some snacks and enjoy the peaceful sound of the flowing Kamo River. It's a great way to relax and enjoy the beauty and calm of Kyoto.

See the Local Wildlife

Check out the local wildlife by the river, also known as the Duck River. You'll see ducks, herons, and other birds that live here. Watching them in their natural home is both fun and educational. It's a wonderful activity for nature lovers of any age and adds a special touch to your visit.

Join Seasonal Festivals

Take part in fun festivals by the Kamo River to experience Japanese culture up close. These events have traditional music, performances, and street food, making them exciting and lively. Whatever the season, these festivals are a fantastic way to dive into the vibrant life of Kyoto, ensuring your visit is full of unforgettable experiences.