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The lane outside BenTen Residences in Higashiyama, Kyoto, at dusk
Location

The neighbourhood, on foot.

Ishibe-koji, Gion, Kodai-ji, Kennin-ji, Yasaka Shrine and Kiyomizu-dera are all minutes from the front door. Here is what is around you, how to reach it, and how to get here in the first place.

Illustrated map of the BenTen Residences neighbourhood in Higashiyama, Kyoto. Walking times from the front door: Ishibe-koji 2 minutes, Gion 2 minutes, Kodai-ji Temple 3 minutes, Kennin-ji Temple 3 minutes, Yasaka Shrine 4 minutes, Hokan-ji or Yasaka Pagoda 5 minutes and Kiyomizu-dera Temple 10 minutes. Nearby transport is marked: Higashiyama Station, Gojo Station, and the Higashiyama Sanjo, Kawaramachi Matsubara and Kiyomizu-michi bus stops, with the Kamo River to the west.
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On foot from the front door
Ishibe-koji, a preserved stone lane in Higashiyama, Kyoto
Ishibe-koji石塀小路 about 2 minutes
One of Higashiyama's most atmospheric stone lanes, almost as soon as you leave the house.
A lantern-lit street of wooden machiya teahouses in Gion, the Yasaka Pagoda beyond
Gion祇園 about 2 minutes
Kyoto's best-known geisha district, of wooden teahouses and lantern-lit lanes.
Kodai-ji Temple and its landscaped gardens in Higashiyama, Kyoto
Kodai-ji Temple高台寺 about 3 minutes
A celebrated temple complex with landscaped gardens, tea houses and a bamboo grove.
Kennin-ji, Kyoto's oldest Zen temple
Kennin-ji Temple建仁寺 about 3 minutes
Kyoto's oldest Zen temple, close enough for a quiet early visit.
The Yasaka Pagoda of Hokan-ji rising above the Higashiyama streetscape
Hokan-ji · Yasaka Pagoda法観寺・八坂の塔 about 4 minutes
One of the defining views of old Kyoto, set directly within the Higashiyama streetscape.
The vermilion romon gate of Yasaka Shrine above its stone steps
Yasaka Shrine八坂神社 about 4 minutes
A historic shrine at the head of Shijo-dori, its lanterns lit through the evening.
The wooden stage of Kiyomizu-dera above the Higashiyama hillside
Kiyomizu-dera清水寺 about 11 minutes
Reach one of Kyoto's best-known temples through the historic lanes of Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka.
Getting here & around

Stations, buses and the run to Kyoto Station.

Gion-Shijo StationKeihan Main Line12 minutes on foot
Kyoto-Kawaramachi StationHankyu Kyoto Line15 minutes on foot
Higashiyama StationTozai subway line15 minutes on foot, or 5 by bus
Kiyomizu-gojo StationKeihan Main Line15 minutes on foot, or 5 by bus
Higashiyama-Yasui bus stopCity Bus 206, direct from Kyoto Station2 minutes on foot
Kyoto StationShinkansen, JR and airport buses10 to 15 minutes by taxi

Taxis are readily available on Higashioji-dori, just a minute from BenTen, and our concierge can arrange one for your departure. Private airport transfers from Kansai International Airport or Itami Airport can also be arranged in advance of your arrival.

In the neighbourhood

Everyday Kyoto, close by.

Despite BenTen's quiet historic setting, everyday essentials are within easy reach. Pick up groceries at Fresco Higashiyama Yasui or the neighbourhood supermarket Happy Rokuhara, and everyday necessities at 7-Eleven — Kyoto Higashiyama Yasui. Sugi Pharmacy Higashiyama Yasui Store is also nearby for pharmacy and personal-care needs.

Higashiyama and neighbouring Gion are particularly rewarding for dining. Close to BenTen are Hachiraku, almost on the same street, and Gion Loka. For a celebrated Kyoto dining experience, Gion Sasaki is also in the neighbourhood; it is listed with three Michelin stars in the 2026 guide. Our concierge can assist with restaurant suggestions and advance reservations.

Address

431-3 & 431-4 Kamibenten-cho
Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0822
京都市東山区

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Contact

+81 75-771-0898
hello@benten-residences.com
Check-in from 15:00 / Check-out by 11:00

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Address

431-3 & 431-4 Kamibenten-cho
Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0822

京都市東山区

Contact

+81 75-771-0898
hello@benten-residences.com

Check-in from 15:00 / Check-out by 11:00

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