What other travelers are saying about Nishiki Market
It is nice to explore here on a particularly hot day to get out of the sun. However it is usually jam packed with tourists and walking around can be a little frustrating with so many people around.
The eating options here are very, very extensive. Being such a popular tourist area the prices are much higher.
If you like fish, this is a very good place to buy or eat fish. The giant Prawns really are without doubt the biggest I have ever seen. Lots of meat options that will be cooked after you selected them.
A pretty good market with a covered roof. Some of the food stalls have seating areas for you to enjoy the treats you bought. Stalls vary from meat, seafood, sweet Japanese treats plus souvenirs and traditional groceries. This is worth a visit for an hour or two when you are in Kyoto. Get some food, enjoy the feast for the eyes. Rest up. Buy some items to take home. All of that in one place.
A market with various vendors for many types of food, drinks, tableware, knives, and other souvenirs. I went before noon on a weekday and it was quite crowded, but still manageable. I recommend trying a wide variety of any food and sweets that look good.
I absolutely LOVED this market. I returned multiple times, even after I left the hotel that was nearby. The food was fantastic and they also had some cute shops. I bought shoelaces made from kimono fabric (these were available elsewhere too, but I first saw them here) and chopstick holders with real candy inside. The chopstick and holder collection was vast, but that was just one store. The food though…the food was amazing.
This market is one of the most popular spots in Kyoto. Nice and a bit long narrow market. Along the way you pass through shops and restaurants. Products include fresh seafood, handmade stuff, and Japanese desserts.
Here is why it got one minus ⭐: 1) there is no resting seats 2) lacking in vegetarian options in food.