Gojo Ohashi Bridge

This bridge crosses the Kamogawa River at Gojo-dori Street in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City. It's famous for being the place where the Heian period legend of theencounter between Ushiwakamaru and Benkei was said to have happened. Many tourists visit to see the stone statue of the encounter in a style where the protagonists are characterized like Kyoto dolls.

Spot details

Address: Kyoto Kyoutoshi Higashiyama-ku Sujakuchou - Nishigahara-machi, Shimogyo-ku Map
Area: Around Kyoto Station Area
Closed: open everyday
Fees: Free
Parking Lot: Not available
Credit Card: Not available