Strolling Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

Handicrafts Fans and Rickshaws

Bonson Lam Apr 02, 2013 - 1 min read

The Ma and Pa shops of Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka Kyoto

Kimono and textile shops are the standout for shopping at Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka Kyoto

Take a rickshaw past the Ma and Pa shops of Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka Kyoto

A little girl skips on the street oblivious to the crowds at Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka Kyoto

Take a break from the afternoon crowds with a lazy lunch at Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka Kyoto

Hand crafted handbags with kimono inspired designs amongst the Ma and Pa shops of Sannenzaka

Hand and Machine made Pottery at the Ma and Pa shops of Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka Kyoto

Fans of all descriptions starting from 200 yen at the Ma and Pa shops of Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka Kyoto

Beautiful Kura Stone Warehouse Style Architecture is a stylish contrast amongst the wooden Ma and Pa shops of Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka Kyoto

Moments from the Geishas of Gion can be found the delightful streets and lane ways of Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka. In the times of old, there were taverns and inn houses in the area for travelers heading east on their annual pilgrimage from Edo to Kyoto on Tokaido Road.

These days, travelers from around the world sample the old world charm of the wooden ma and pa shophouses that line the way between Yasaka Shrine, Kodai-ji, and Kiyomizu dera temple. You can walk around and buy textiles, accessories, fans and china, or just drop in at the traditional Kyoto snack shops or cafes.

Bonson Lam @bonson.lam

I knew my future was destined to be with Japan the moment I flew from Sydney to experience the atmospheric laneways of Kyoto last century. I am humbled to have met many distinguished people during this time, especially the national living treasures of Japan, such as the doll maker to the Imperia...