Kamo River, Kyoto, Poetry in Flux

#September Good Places 2025
Kamogawa is not that magnificent landscape, but the breath of Kyoto💨! It is like a gentle pulse, running through the heart of the city with a clear and shallow stream💧, dividing the hustle and bustle of the ancient capital into two, and quietly connecting them together🔗.

Spring cherry blossoms🌸, autumn autumn leaves🍁 unfold along the waterfront, egrets dot the water, tourists slow, every day in Kamogawa people feel its unique "everyday sense" - it is not a sight away from the crowd, but a part of Kyoto people's life, every day.

It's another atmosphere when you come to Kakawa at night✨! The lanterns of the cool bed reflect the water, the sound of running water is paired with the mysterious music of shamisen, the atmosphere is super quiet and romantic. It witnesses a thousand years of elegance passed down while embracing the fast pace of modern cities. Kamogawa won't talk to you, but the sound of gurgling water has slowly healed everyone who passes by - no need for defense, both locals and travelers can find their comfort on the river bank.

The beauty of Kamogawa is to teach everyone how to get along with nature, how to feel the original calmness of life in the unhurried flow🧘. This river is the eternal soul of Kyoto💖.

[Basic Information on Kamogawa]
Location: Downtown Kyoto, Japan (along the Sanjo, Shijo, and Gojo Bridges)
Access: From Kyoto Station, take the Keihan Electric Railway to Sanjo and Gion Shijo Station
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours a year, you can stop by for a walk/picnic/Chill anytime
Recommended seasons: Spring cherry, summer night, autumn maple, winter snow, every season is super!

When you go to Kyoto, you can't miss the "everyday sense" of Kamogawa!

Post by 樂遊記 | Sep 27, 2025