Katsura

Katsura Station ( 桂駅 Katsura-eki ? ) is a railway station located about 15 kilometers from the center of Kyoto , near the Katsura River . The station provides transportation on the Hankyu Kyoto Line for the residents of Katsura , as well as a hub connecting to the communities along the Hankyu Arashiyama Line . The station opened on November 1, 1928. Katsura Station features Hankyu Mew, a small 5-story shopping facility with clothing, book, 100 yen stores and restaurants such as KFC and Mos Burger . Mister Donut , FamilyMart , 7-11 , and Lawson are also located within walking distance. The station is also relatively near the Nishikyo Ward Office and Seiyu supermarket.