Nishiki Market is another famous spot to visit in Kyoto. It is a long, sheltered street in the heart of the city that dead ends into a shrine. It sells mostly food goods, but there are also plenty of souvenirs and omiyage there as well. My friends and I agree that this was one of our favorite three places in Kyoto, and recommend it as a must-see if you ever come. We visited twice because once was not good enough.
I think the best way to share this market is through snapshots and brief descriptions. I think a bombardment of short, unexpected, and even surprising things is the best way to share the experience. You will have to imagine the smells: teas, fish, pickles, candy, and fried food.
Unlike other markets I have been to, this market was not threatening at all. In other countries I have been all but forced into stalls and trapped in. However, in Nishiki the shop keepers stayed back, willing to help but not forcing themselves on potential shopper.
grilled fish on a stick
miso-soaked vegetables
jelly-confectionary snacks
a water-refridgerator system
artwork made of candy
jelly with pickled plum
chestnuts
beans
different pickled vegetables
try the pickled vegetables
baby octopus on a stick
octopus has a squidgy texture
yukata and kimono
fans
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