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Kōka 4 (1847) The only specialty store in Japan to manufacture and sell only one house in Kyoto, continuing to protect the skills of Ichiko-Sōden. There is no recipe for gold sugar, and the condition of gold sugar, which changes depending on temperature and weather, is determined using the five senses, such as the sound of falling down in the kettle, and one type is handmade over 16 days. It took 20 years to learn the technology of sugar-only gold-sugar, and it made it possible to create more than 60 types of gold-sugar sugar, reversing the common sense of making sweets, which does not crystallize when the ingredients are added to sugar. In addition, "Ginza Greenjuan Shimizu" challenges a new form of gold sugar that blends tradition with innovation.

Speaking of Hachibashi, it is a representative of Kyonnamuka, but this is a long-established company of Hachibashi, which has been around 330 years old. During the Edo period, in memory of Hachibashi Kenkyo (Yatsuhashi Kenkyo), who was said to have been the ancestor of koto, he sold dried sweets similar to koto, named Hachibashi. 1 bag from 432 yen to 594 yen with paste.

A famous store of Okaki, the birthplace of Nagaoka-Kyo, Kyoto. There are a selection of elegant okaki and hail, which express the world view of "Kokura Hyakunin Isshu". Ogura Yamakunju is a representative product that is made by packing eight types of hail with motifs such as cherry blossoms, maple and moon in one bag. Easy to distribute, easy to use and easy to use. I want to enjoy the Kyoto sipping, which is filled with dozens of different types of sweets, such as hail, egg rice crackers, and bean sweets.

A long-established Kyoto pickle that adds a unique twist to traditional handmade techniques. "Senbun", which represents winter, 1080 yen, can be seen from 1000 to 1728 yen, and can be used to pick fresh crepe rape flowers, which are representative of early spring. A tongue spelling that can be bought all year round, such as 540 yen. In addition, the company manufactures and sells four seasons of Kyoto pickles. Local shipping is possible (by cool flight).

A long-established store established in the first year of Kanei (1624), the company continues to make Kyomaru fans, which are distributed by Kyoto geiko maiko in their summer greetings. He is also in charge of lending props used in Japanese dance, Kyogen and stage progress. In the showroom, in addition to the Kyo-uchiwa and Fukakusa-uchiwa, as well as a variety of fan fans such as the art paper-cut-out fan, the dance fan and the summer fan are also sold. Salon and other facilities are also attached to transmit the beautiful and elegant traditions of Kyoto.

A popular spot for tourists from overseas who sell not only traditional crafts but also select items that make you feel "wa" and "kyo". It also features a "Shoami" restaurant that offers the taste of Kyo. One that blends Kaki chips to your liking to make two Odor bags, and one that is made by winding a flat cord of cotton. It is also possible to make traditional crafts with a connection to Kyoto, such as silver cloisonne. Except for the Kyoto inlay, you can take it home on the day, and one experience takes 40 minutes to 1 hour and 10 minutes.

There are original book covers and card cases made with true silk operated by a kimono store, and small Japanese items that are in modern lifestyles. You can also choose your favorite fabric and make-to-order such as book covers, so you can arrange other accessories and patterns for gifts. We always have hundreds of patterns in stores, so I want you to take your time to choose.

A popular shop specializing in maguchi, carefully handmade by artisans. From colorful and pop canvas fabrics to Kyoto-style Japanese materials such as crepe and gold noodles, there are plenty of unique items. You can also bring your favorite fabric and order semi-made (reservation required). You can slowly select products in a store with a depth that leaves the feeling of Machiya.

In addition to art books and books related to art, the art shop in the museum is also rich in original goods. Modern art goods that you can use on a daily basis are ideal for small gifts.

The private library, which has been opened for more than 40 years. It is free to enjoy coffee for an entrance fee of 260 yen for 2 hours. It is free to read and study bookbooks from novels to comics, and eat sweets and lunch boxes brought in, but private language is strictly prohibited.