After exploring the main areas of Kyoto’s Arashiyama, such as the Torokko train, bamboo groves, and Monkey Park, we moved on to the next destination. Since we had a dinner reservation at Giou, we decided to leisurely make our way to Giou and take a short break at a cafe overlooking the Kamo River. To get to Giou, we considered ...
After spending time at Arashiyama Monkey Park, we descended from the mountain. As we descended, the scenic beauty of Arashiyama caught our eyes. Even during my previous visit in 2018, this place exuded a sense of tranquility and offered breathtaking views. Returning this time, I find myself experiencing the same emotions once again. In 2018, some scenic views went unnoticed, ...
In Kyoto’s Arashiyama, there are various attractions to explore. Crossing the Katsura River, you’ll find Torokko trains, Tenryuji Temple, Togetsukyo Bridge, and other tourist spots. In the southern mountains of Arashiyama, there’s a place where you can encounter wild monkeys known as Monkey Park, named “Iwatayama.” “Kyoto Arashiyama Monkey Park, Iwatayama” Located atop Mt. Iwata in Kyoto, this resting place ...
After taking the Torokko train from Kyoto Saga Station and returning to Arashiyama Station, I explored Ogurayama Pond and naturally passed through the bamboo forest. As I walked through the highlighted bamboo forest in the Arashiyama area, lunchtime approached. Before arriving in Arashiyama, I had listed a few restaurants to check out, and I decided to visit the restaurant “Kijuro,” ...
After taking the Torokko Train from Kyoto Saga Station to Kameoka Station, I returned from Kameoka Station to Arashiyama Station. Upon returning to Arashiyama Station, I found myself at “Torokko Arashiyama Station,” a place I had passed by during a previous Kyoto trip. Exiting Torokko Arashiyama Station, you can find a small pond nearby. While not an extraordinary pond, it ...
Kyoto is a vast area with various tourist attractions scattered around. Among them, notable areas include Kiyomizu-dera, Gion district, the region around Fushimi Inari Shrine, and especially the Arashiyama area. Arashiyama stands out as a densely packed tourist destination, making it convenient for planning an efficient itinerary. The Torokko Train, a tourist train, along with the Bamboo Grove, Tenryuji Temple, ...
In the western part of Kyoto City, you can find the famous tourist destination called Arashiyama. This area is characterized by the wide expanse between the Hozugawa Gorge created by the Arashiyama and Itago Mountains and the Katsura River flowing through it. Above the Katsura River, you can find a bridge named Togetsukyo, which is known as the “Moon Crossing ...
Near the Torokko Arashiyama Station in Kyoto’s Arashiyama, you can find a small pond. Known as “Ogurai Pond (Oguraike),” this is a modest pond that you may encounter on your way to take or disembark from the Torokko Train. “A Small Pond in Kyoto’s Arashiyama, Oguraike” In reality, it’s not a particularly noteworthy place, especially when compared to the bamboo ...
In the western part of Kyoto City, Arashiyama offers tourist spots where you can enjoy breathtaking natural landscapes. Across Arashiyama, you can find parks offering views of the Katsura River flowing through the area. “Kameyama Park North of the Katsura River” To the north of the Katsura River, you’ll find the spacious Kameyama Park. This park is well-connected to the ...
In Arashiyama, located in the western part of Kyoto, there are various tourist attractions, and one of the well-known spots is the “Torokko Train,” also considered a famous tourist destination. Originally, the Torokko Train was a small freight train responsible for transporting goods. It was a box-shaped train that ran on tracks laid in areas inaccessible to trucks or regular ...
In Arashiyama, located in the western part of Kyoto, you can find various tourist attractions, including one of Japan’s renowned scenic spots, “Tenryu-ji Temple,” which is also recognized as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Tenryu-ji Temple is famous not only for the temple itself but also for the garden with a pond that can be found within its premises. ...
Upon arriving in Kyoto Arashiyama, it was already well past lunchtime. On the way from Kyoto Station to Arashiyama, I searched for a place to eat and discovered a famous soba restaurant in Arashiyama. Considering its proximity to Arashiyama Park, I thought it would be a good idea to have a meal at this restaurant. “A Restaurant with a View ...