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Pontocho	# 22   of 46 sights in Kyoto

Pontocho is one of Kyoto's traditional nightlife districts where you might be able to spot a geisha apprentice at night. It is a narrow street running from Shijo-dori to Sanjo-dori, one block west of the Kamo River. In the evenings, the narrow street offers a great atmosphere and lots of restaurants and teahouses, ranging from inexpensive yakitori stores to highly exclusive establishments which require the right connections and a fat wallet. Business hours and closing days of restaurants, bars and shops along Pontocho vary by establishment. Restaurants are typically open from around 17:00 to around 23:00. Some also open for lunch.

How to get there

The closest bus stop to Pontocho is Shijo Kawaramachi, which is served by ten bus lines, including lines 17 and 205 from Kyoto Station. The closest train stations are Kawaramachi Station on the Hankyu Line and Shijo Station on the Keihan Line. Orientation in Kyoto

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Pontocho Norenkai Official website.