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A restaurant in Kibune by 663highland (GNU Free)

 

About

Kibune ("Yellow Boat") is a quaint and pretty little small town up in the northern valleys of Kyoto City which was built around the Kibune Shrine. The shrine is dedicated to the the god of water and rain. The "story" goes that the shrine was built when a goddess traveled up the river in a yellow boat and ended her journey here. Not many tourists visit Kibune (although it is a popular destination for those living in Japan) but it's actually an easy destination from Kyoto station and worth the trip. Kibune has many Ryokan's (Japanese Inns) and restaurants to visit and during the summer months, June to September, many restaurants build platforms that extend out over the river where you can eat.

 

Access

Closest Train Station: Kurama

180 Kuramakibunecho
Kyoto, Kyoto 601-1112 Japan

Car: The best way to get to Kibune is by rental car.
Train / Walk:
1.) from Kyoto station take the JR Nara line to Tofukuji station (short 2 min. ride)
2.) Transfer to the Keihan Main line to Demachi-Yanagi station (10 min.)
3.) from Demachi-Yanagi station take the Eizan Line to Kibune-guchi station (30 min.)
4.) take a bus, departure times timed with train, another 5min. to Kibune Town

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Hotels & Lodging

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

 

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.