Exploring the Kyoto Gosho is a good way to work up an appetite. Here are some good restaurants near the Kyoto Gosho (Imperial Palace and Imperial Palace Park).
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The Gosho is huge and there are restaurants in the surrounding neighborhoods, especially near the northeast and northwest corners. The area around the Karasuma-Imadegawa intersection is particularly crowded with restaurants. Here are two choices slightly further from the Gosho:
- Toraya Karyo Kyoto Ichijo
A few blocks west of the Gosho, this elegant Kyoto tea and sweet specialist is great if you don’t need a meal, just a sweet and a cup of tea. Don’t go in shorts or sandals, though. - Grand Burger
If you’re in the mood for a burger and fries, this joint will certainly satisfy. It’s a short walk east of the northern end of the Gosho.
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Kyoto Gosho is located in Central Kyoto. See our complete list of things to do in Central Kyoto, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.
Kyoto Vacation Checklist
- For all the essentials in a brief overview, see my First Time In Kyoto guide
- Check Kyoto accommodation availability on Booking.com and Agoda.com - often you can book with no upfront payment and free cancellation
- You can buy shinkansen (bullet train) tickets online from Klook - popular routes include Tokyo to Kyoto, Kyoto to Osaka and Kyoto to Tokyo
- Need tips on where to stay? See my one page guide Where To Stay In Kyoto
- See my comprehensive Packing List For Japan
- You can buy an eSim to activate in Japan or buy a data-only SIM card online for collection when you arrive at Tokyo's Narita or Haneda Airports or Kansai International Airport. You can also rent an unlimited data pocket wifi router
- Compare Japan flight prices and timings to find the best deals
- If you're making frequent train journeys during your visit, you might save money with Japan Rail Pass – see if it's worth it for you
- World Nomads offers simple and flexible travel insurance. Buy at home or while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world
- Do you want help planning your trip? Chris Rowthorn and his team of Japan experts at Japan Travel Consulting can help
