Perhaps the best panoramic scenery in Kyoto at night can be found on the east bank of the Kamo River. The west bank tends to draw more merrymakers who bring their own food and drinks to enjoy, but if you want a quieter place—plus a much nicer view—I highly recommend the opposite side, where you can take in the noryo yuka restaurants with outdoor dining on high floors offering a gorgeous setting for fine dining.
京都の夜景で最も美しいのは鴨川の東岸と思う。西岸は、食べ物や飲み物を持ち込んで楽しむ人たちで賑わうが、対岸は静かな場所、さらにもっと素敵な景色を楽しみたいなら、納涼床が景色の一部になる東の方がお勧め。
©Alexander Farrell