Kibune River is a tributary of the Kamogawa, which runs through central Kyoto. From May to September, the restaurants alongside the Kibune set up tables that extend out over the river (川床 Kawadoko) . It is a good way to enjoy the cool air and a delicious meal, while avoiding the hot humid summer. In the old days, a god descended upon the upper reaches of Kibune River at the exact Year, Month, Day, and Time of the Ox. In the Noh chant “鉄輪 Kanawa” a woman worshiped at nearby Kifune Shrine (same name as the river, but the pronunciation is different) for the purpose of placing a curse on her husband. But, contrary to popular belief, the god in this shrine was (and still is) responsive to all wishes, not only to curses. Today, Kifune Shrine has also become famous as a healing Power Spot. The shrine is a 30-minute walk from Kibune-guchi Station on the Eizan Tesudo Line.
- 1 min read
Kyoto Kibune Riverside Walk
Enjoy cool air and the healing power of the forest
Join the discussion
Geraldine Buergel
5 years ago
Looks like a very tranquil place.
Sleiman Azizi
5 years ago
That is just beautiful. Really, it is. The idea of eating over a river sounds like the most obvious thing to do but it seems that it actually isn't.
Kim Bergström
6 years ago
I love the whole concept of kawadoko in summertime!
Aobh Bodewig
8 years ago
So serene !
Jihad Mahmoud
8 years ago
The atmosphere seems so refreshing!
Top Articles
-
![Kamenoi Hotel Atami]( "Kamenoi Hotel Atami")
1Kamenoi Hotel Atami
Shizuoka - Sponsored -
![Driving in Japan: Guide to ETC for Highway Toll Gates]( "Driving in Japan: Guide to ETC for Highway Toll Gates")
2Driving in Japan: Guide to ETC for Highway Toll Gates
Transportation -
![Starbucks Japan Spices Up Summer]( "Starbucks Japan Spices Up Summer")
3Starbucks Japan Spices Up Summer
Food -
![70 Nations, One Amazing Meal]( "70 Nations, One Amazing Meal")
470 Nations, One Amazing Meal
Osaka - Sponsored -
![Hokkaido Full Immersion Tour]( "Hokkaido Full Immersion Tour")
5Hokkaido Full Immersion Tour
Hokkaido -
![Sado Island Kodo Earth Celebration 2025: Music, Traditions, Taste Tour]( "Sado Island Kodo Earth Celebration 2025: Music, Traditions, Taste Tour")
6Sado Island Kodo Earth Celebration 2025: Music, Traditions, Taste Tour
Niigata -
![Suica 2026 and Beyond: What’s New and What’s Cool]( "Suica 2026 and Beyond: What’s New and What’s Cool")
7Suica 2026 and Beyond: What’s New and What’s Cool
Culture -
![Kyushu Craftsmanship and Traditions Heritage Tour]( "Kyushu Craftsmanship and Traditions Heritage Tour")
8Kyushu Craftsmanship and Traditions Heritage Tour
Article -
![I’m Donut?: Japan’s Viral Donut Sensation]( "I’m Donut?: Japan’s Viral Donut Sensation")
9I’m Donut?: Japan’s Viral Donut Sensation
Culture -
![Mt. Fuji Hike 2025: New Safety Rules & Registration Guide]( "Mt. Fuji Hike 2025: New Safety Rules & Registration Guide")
10Mt. Fuji Hike 2025: New Safety Rules & Registration Guide
Shizuoka - Sponsored
-
![Guide to Bringing Medicines Into Japan]( "Guide to Bringing Medicines Into Japan")
1Guide to Bringing Medicines Into Japan
Planning -
![The Ultimate Guide to Thrifting in Tokyo]( "The Ultimate Guide to Thrifting in Tokyo")
2The Ultimate Guide to Thrifting in Tokyo
Shopping -
![Sanja Matsuri]( "Sanja Matsuri")
3Sanja Matsuri
Tokyo -
![Your Name: Real-Life Locations in Tokyo]( "Your Name: Real-Life Locations in Tokyo")
4Your Name: Real-Life Locations in Tokyo
Tokyo -
![May Grand Sumo Tournament (Tokyo)]( "May Grand Sumo Tournament (Tokyo)")
5May Grand Sumo Tournament (Tokyo)
Tokyo -
![Iwatayama Monkey Park]( "Iwatayama Monkey Park")
6Iwatayama Monkey Park
Kyoto -
![Adachi Fireworks]( "Adachi Fireworks")
7Adachi Fireworks
Tokyo -
![Daikoku Car Meet]( "Daikoku Car Meet")
8Daikoku Car Meet
Kanagawa -
![Japanese Urban Legends]( "Japanese Urban Legends")
9Japanese Urban Legends
Culture -
![Gion Matsuri]( "Gion Matsuri")
10Gion Matsuri
Kyoto
