Looking for a bite to eat near Ginkaku-ji Temple? Here are some good restaurants near the “Silver Pavilion” and the north end of the Path of Philosophy.
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There are a few restaurants on the hill leading up to Ginkaku-ji, but they’re mostly snack joints. For proper sit-down meals, try one of the following:
- Omen Ginkaku-ji Branch
This fantastic udon specialist is just down the hill and around the corner from Ginkaku-ji. - Daigin Shokudo
This is straight down the hill from Ginkaku-ji, just before you get to Imadegawa-dori and the bus stop. It’s a classic old-school shokudo that serves a variety of Japanese set meals, as well as some noodle dishes.
Near To Here:
Ginkaku-ji Temple is located in Kyoto’s Northern Higashiyama district. See our complete list of things to do in Northern Higashiyama, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.
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