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Shoeido (Kyoto Main Store)

Since opening in 1705, Shoyeido has been engaged entirely in making incense for twelve generations. With its highly developed techniques, and sharpened senses to produce the finest incense. The store provides a wide variety of product, not only for traditional and religious use but also for the introduction to world of Japanese incense. Visitor can join the small factory tour, which offers a tour talk including on natural ingredients and the making process of the premium incense by skilled craftsmen.

Address :
Nijo Agaruhigashigawa, Karasuma-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City
Telephone :
To arrange a visit to view the store:075-212-5591
Business Hours :
Shop: 9:00am - 7:00pm (until 5:00pm on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays)
Small factory tour: 10:00am - 3:00pm (except 12:00pm - 1:30pm)(approx 40 minutes)
Closed :
Shop: Year End, New Year
Small factory tour: Saturdays, Sundays, Public Holidays, Obon holidays, Year End/New Year
Access :
Subway Karasuma Line to "Marutamachi", 3 min walk.
Fee :
Free

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