Day 1: A relaxing walking tour of Kyoto's scenic Arashiyama district.
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Sunny and clear
morning
30 minutes
1
Togetsukyo Bridge
Arrive at JR Saga-Arashiyama Station or Hankyu Arashiyama Station and walk to the bridge.
Iconic wooden bridge with scenic river and mountain views.
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Tips: A great spot for photos, especially during cherry blossom or autumn foliage seasons.
morning
1.5 hours
2
Tenryu-ji Temple
A short walk from the main street of Arashiyama.
A major Zen temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Tips: The Sogenchi Teien (garden) is a must-see, offering beautiful landscape views.
afternoon
1 hour
3
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Accessible directly from the north gate of Tenryu-ji Temple.
Walk through the famous and enchanting bamboo forest path.
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Tips: Can get very crowded. Visit early in the morning for a more peaceful experience.
afternoon
2 hours
4
Explore Arashiyama Main Street
The central area connecting the train stations, bridge, and temple entrance.
Browse souvenir shops and try local street food.
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Tips: A good place to have lunch or grab snacks.
Day 1: A relaxing walking tour of Kyoto's scenic Arashiyama district.
not mentioned
Sunny and clear
morning
30 minutes
1
Togetsukyo Bridge
Arrive at JR Saga-Arashiyama Station or Hankyu Arashiyama Station and walk to the bridge.
Iconic wooden bridge with scenic river and mountain views.
not mentioned
Tips: A great spot for photos, especially during cherry blossom or autumn foliage seasons.
morning
1.5 hours
2
Tenryu-ji Temple
A short walk from the main street of Arashiyama.
A major Zen temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
not mentioned
Tips: The Sogenchi Teien (garden) is a must-see, offering beautiful landscape views.
afternoon
1 hour
3
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Accessible directly from the north gate of Tenryu-ji Temple.
Walk through the famous and enchanting bamboo forest path.
not mentioned
Tips: Can get very crowded. Visit early in the morning for a more peaceful experience.
afternoon
2 hours
4
Explore Arashiyama Main Street
The central area connecting the train stations, bridge, and temple entrance.
Browse souvenir shops and try local street food.
not mentioned
Tips: A good place to have lunch or grab snacks.
