Kōjo

Kōjo is a residential area in Minami-ku situated between the Kamo River and Katsura River, with a mix of housing and various buildings throughout. The district features streets where homes sit alongside shops, workshops, and other everyday structures.

The area was established in 1955 when Minami-ku separated from Shimogyo-ku as a new administrative division of Kyoto. This division allowed the southern region to develop as an independent area with its own infrastructure and local governance.

The area is home to a significant Korean community known as Zainichi, whose presence shapes the daily life and local character of southern Kyoto. Their businesses, restaurants, and cultural activities have become part of the neighborhood's identity.

The area is well-connected by multiple train stations and bus lines that link it to central Kyoto, making navigation straightforward. Housing projects and everyday services are distributed throughout the district, providing visitors with accessible amenities.

The district hosts major corporate headquarters including Nintendo and Nidec, making it an important industrial center in southern Kyoto. This presence creates an unexpected blend of residential streets and modern business areas that together define the district's character.