Anju Travel Guide
Kyoto
Popular places to visit
Kiyomizu Temple
Kiyomizu Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Kawaramachi Street
During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Kawaramachi Street. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Fushimi Inari Shrine is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Nijō Castle
You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Nijō Castle. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Nishiki Market
During your trip to Kyoto, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nishiki Market.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
Find out about the history of Kyoto when you take a trip to Kinkaku-ji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Anju
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
This was our favorite hotel on our 10 day trip to Japan. The onsen was amazing, the massage chairs hit the spot when available, and we enjoyed the free coffee / ice cream / ramen daily. We did not add breakfast. The check in area can get hectic, but they had plenty of staff and things moved along ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
No one to help with luggage; front desk would not make dinner reservation--told to walk downstairs and do it myself; very small room; sink and vanity in bedroom area instead of the bathroom; no English television station; no view from bedroom to outside; charge for everything, for example the cappuccino ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Staff are helpful. Excellent service from housekeeping. Luggage delivery is very convenient. the concierge has an alternate to the luggage they advertise which delivers late. the alternate was faster; Nice hotel
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Excellent
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Cross Hotel Kyoto
The room was clean and comfortable. One thing I found a bit unusual was that there was no hand soap in the toilet area near the small basin. I noticed the same in another hotel, so I’m not sure if this is common in Japan or specific to this hotel. The breakfast area was spacious with plenty of seating. ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
The room was clean but small. The breakfast was amazing! This is more of a business hotel and did not have any kid-friendly amenities available.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Anju
Yamashina Ward
Appreciated for its restaurants and shopping, you might consider exploring Yamashina Ward. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Biwako Quasi-National Park, and jump on the metro at Higashino Station or Keihan Yamashina to get around the city.
Okazaki
Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Ryozen Kannon War Memorial and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Sannenzaka Museum or Three-Year Slope.
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.
Komatsucho
While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.
