Ginza Hageten, Shopping Mall Kyoto Porta

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Extremely busy place with lots of food and retail outlets. This underground shopping mall has walkways that connect to the Kyoto train station and to many other shopping malls, food courts, etc. Hence, there is endless human traffic and long queues outside shops. The area is extremely safe. I don't know what the patrolling security robots do. It is however easy to get lost because of the extensive network of walkways. But ordinary Japanese and staff of JR Train are very helpful. They will show you the direction, even though they speak only Japanese. Just ask politely with the usual Japanese bow to say thank you. There are also helpful information counters where staff speak English and some other languages. Plenty of Japan high standards of clean toilets around. Menus on restaurants have English versions. In some restaurants, they even have French, Arabic, Spanish etc translations.

One of the best shopping and dining experiences under Kyoto Station. Plenty of shop outlets and sections of dining experience is clearly divided so you won't miss it. All food are fairly priced. Most famous outlets will require to be queued. Be sure to avoid peak hours if possible. Convenient place to drop by and spend your time while waiting your journey ahead.

Nice place for families. various kinds of shops for shopping.many choices of eating and foods. Monorail can reach.

A great place under Kyoto Station to shop and dine. There’s a lot of shops to look at, small boutiques and chain ones like Muji and Uniqlo. There’s also a lot of eateries to choose from. Don’t go during peak times or there will be one long queues for food places.

A popular mall beneath Kyoto Station that features restaurants, cafes, fashion, boutiques and beauty services. There are over 220 stores, so you will be spoilt for choicec when you browse around. Place can get quite crowded especially on weekends and public holidays.