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About

Arashiyama is a district in West Kyoto and is the 2nd most popular sightseeing area in Kyoto. Arashiyama is filled with temples and shrines, but the most popular attraction is the famous Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. There are some "touristy" spots (the main street of Arashiyama and the famous Togetsu-kyo Bridge) but there are some quiet areas too. However, the "touristy" spots are fun too so try not to miss anything! The area became popular in the Heian Period (794-1185) because nobles, aristocrats and the rich would get out of Kyoto and enjoy the close yet very green Arashiyama area. Arashiyama has a lot to offer from just sightseeing to a theme park to many temples and parks.

You may want to rent a bicycle for a day (around a thousand yen), this makes visiting the area convenient, easy and fun... just please take care when riding because some streets are very narrow (and in Japan traditionally cars have the right-of-way). The area is especially busy during spring (cherry blossoms) and fall (Autumn colors). During the summer there is also the Japanese traditional cormorant fishing event(s).

Arashiyama is in the far west of Kyoto, tucked along the base of the Arashiyama Mountains (which means in Japanese; "Storm Mountains"). The area is quite a distance from downtown Kyoto and takes appoximately 30 min. to get there by train, bus or taxi. However, don't let a little 30 min. trip stop you from visiting the area because it has so much to offer. Feel free to print the map below if you like and below the map are links to popular destinations.

Map of the Arashiyama Area

Sightseeing

Toei Eigamura, Togetsukyo Bridge, Bamboo Groves, Monkey Park Iwatayama, Saga-Toriimoto Preserved Street

Temples

Tenryu Ji Temple, Daikaku Ji Temple,

Activities

Sagano Scenic Railway, Hozugawa River Cruise, Cormorant Fishing

 

Access

Closest Train Station: Arashiyama

Arashiyama, Kyoto Japan

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Hotels & Lodging

Recommended

View a full list of Hotels and Lodging in or nearby Arashiyama.

 

Hours & Fees

Hours: This is a Area, therefore each establishment has it's own hours but generally shops in Japan generally open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. while restaurants are generally open until 9:00 p.m. or 10:00 p.m.

Cost: Each establishment's cost is different.

Information presented is based on the time it was created. There may be changes since publication. Please confirm information by contacting the attraction before visiting.