Pontocho Alley
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Pontocho Alley

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先斗町

This narrow traditional alley lined with restaurants and bars appears in scenes depicting Kyoto's nightlife culture. The atmospheric lantern-lit street represents the adult world that the protagonist occasionally ventures into during his university adventures.

Featured in 1 anime

Access

Nearest Station: Keihan Gion-Shijo Station

5-minute walk north from Gion-Shijo Station, or 3-minute walk from Hankyu Kawaramachi Station

京都府京都市中京区先斗町通

Recommended visit: 60 min

Visitor Tips

Evening when lanterns are lit

Very crowded in evening, especially weekends

Be respectful when photographing, avoid blocking narrow passages

Atmospheric year-round, summer terraces overlook the river

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