Hina ningyo, the dolls exhibited in Japanese homes on Girls' Day, and musha ningyo, the boys' version, both new and old, are sold in this store on Nawate-dori in the antiques district. Be warned that some of the prices for the antique dolls can be high indeed, although they do make exquisite gifts. Apart from these items, netsuke (the carved toggles for purses) and kanzashi (hair ornaments) are also sold.

Located in the heart of the Gion entertainment district, this is a fine place to wander into if you are interested in textiles. Besides the accessories such as ties, purses and handbags sold here, there is a selection of stenciled cotton bags and antique silk items, many of them hand-painted. The textiles are not only from Kyoto; they have been acquired by the Nakamura family from all parts of Japan for the last hundred years.

Located on the east side of swish Teramachi Street within a small row of antique stores with green awnings, Kyoto Antiques Center offers a wide selection of upmarket, quality antiques from around the world. Large ceramic pieces and jars, fine stone and wooden statues, Asian and European clocks and furniture plus a collection of jewelry and smaller artifacts.