For centuries a source of respite and escape, Arashiyama offers a glimpse of natural beauty outside of Kyoto. The district has a variety of outdoor activities: visit the Japanese macaques in the monkey park, or take a rowboat out onto the lake. Don't miss the bamboo grove, a gentle uphill trail through densely packed stalks, ending at a historic imperial villa and its surrounding landscaped gardens. To find out how to plan a trip to Kyoto, use our trip itinerary maker.
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This is a tranquil little pocket of beauty in Arashiyama. While not very big, the walk is beautiful and weirdly quiet. Go very early in the morning if you want to take pictures alone, because the...
This is a tranquil little pocket of beauty in Arashiyama. While not very big, the walk is beautiful and weirdly quiet. Go very early in the morning if you want to take pictures alone, because the... more »
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It is a beautiful place, but I highly recommend going to the river, climbing up the hill as there was lookout near by.
It is a beautiful place, but I highly recommend going to the river, climbing up the hill as there was lookout near by. more »
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A must visit if you are touring Kyoto. Easy access by rail or bus. Beautiful scenery starts at the river before you get to the Main Street. Lots of Temples and trails nearby. Too much food to comprehend.
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1 of the top 5 highlights in Kyoto, and beautiful year round, this bamboo forest is easily one of the best sights in all of Japan. The Arashiyama area is surrounded by Buddhist and Shinto shrines as well as wonderful traditional Japanese neighborhoods with shops and vendors to sell foods and souvenirs. TIP: Take the JR line from Kyoto Station, and be prepared to spend a whole day in the beautiful outskirts of Kyoto. WINTER RECOMMENDATION: If you are in Japan in December, make a visit to this location. 10-19 December (from 1700-2030 hrs) the lantern festival illuminates this forest into a magical/otherworldly environment to feast your eyes (and Instagram 😅) upon. You might also get to witness snowfall coat the bamboo forest in yet more beauty.
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