The Olympics originally were the preserve of the socioeconomic elite of the socioeconomic elite among nations.
Originally, the Olympics was the domain of the upper echelon of the socioeconomic elite.
Although small temples and shrines remain, visitors will enjoy exploring the covered shopping arcade between Shijo and Sanjo streets, famous for its second-hand bookstores, traditional hand-made paper (washi) shops, trendy but sometimes creative clothing stores, and numerous pickle shops.