Murasakino Area: A Quiet yet Convenient Neighborhood Where Kyoto’s Traditions Live On

The Murasakino area, including Kamikashiwano, was once known during the Heian period as a retreat for nobles to hunt and enjoy the scenic northern outskirts of Kyoto—one of the famed “Seven Fields of Kyoto” (Kyo no Shichino).
As the Nishijin textile industry flourished, the area prospered, and even today, rows of traditional machiya townhouses quietly preserve the atmosphere of that bygone era.

The property is located near Senbon Kuramaguchi, an area where tranquility and everyday convenience coexist in perfect balance.
From the “Senbon Kuramaguchi” bus stop, you can reach central destinations such as Kyoto Station and Shijo-Kawaramachi directly, without transfers.
It’s also within cycling distance to Shijo-Karasuma—offering that ideal “in-between” lifestyle: not too urban, yet not too far from the city center.

In the surrounding area, you’ll find supermarkets, a post office, and banks for daily needs, while the Senbon–Imadegawa vicinity offers a scattering of cafés, bakeries, and restaurants.
A short stroll takes you to uniquely Kyoto landmarks such as Funaoka Onsen—a registered Tangible Cultural Property—and Daitoku-ji Temple, where Zen meditation sessions are held.

This area has also been gaining attention in recent years as a creative community, attracting young artists and new residents.
Against the cultural backdrop of Nishijin weaving, small shops, studios, and galleries dot the neighborhood, filling it with a calm yet creative energy—a reflection of Kyoto’s spirit today.

Rooted in over a thousand years of history and a gentle rhythm of daily life, it is a place where you can truly experience the joy of living in Kyoto.