Day 1: A scenic day exploring the natural beauty and temples of Arashiyama.
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Sunny and cool
morning
1 hour
1
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take JR Sagano Line to Saga-Arashiyama Station and walk 10 minutes.
Walk through the famous towering bamboo forest path.
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Tips: Visit early in the morning (before 8 AM) to avoid large crowds.
morning
1.5 hours
2
Tenryu-ji Temple
Located adjacent to the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.
Explore the World Heritage Zen temple and its garden.
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Tips: The garden offers beautiful views of the Arashiyama mountains.
13:00
1 hour
3
Lunch at Arashiyama Yoshimura
Short walk from Tenryu-ji Temple, near Togetsukyo Bridge.
Enjoy handmade soba noodles with a river view.
1,500 - 3,000 JPY per person
Tips: Request a window seat for the best view of the Togetsukyo Bridge.
afternoon
30 minutes
4
Togetsukyo Bridge
Central landmark in Arashiyama.
Stroll across the iconic wooden bridge over Katsura River.
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Tips: Especially beautiful during autumn foliage and cherry blossom seasons.
Day 2: Visiting Kyoto's golden icon, a bustling market, and the historic Gion district.
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Partly cloudy, mild
morning
1.5 hours
1
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Take Kyoto City Bus number 101 or 205 from Kyoto Station.
Iconic Zen temple covered in gold leaf.
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Tips: The reflection of the pavilion on the pond is a must-see photo spot.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Nishiki Market
Take a bus from Kinkaku-ji michi stop towards downtown.
Explore 'Kyoto's Kitchen' for local street food.
2,000 - 4,000 JPY for snacks and lunch
Tips: Many shops offer free samples. Go with an empty stomach.
late afternoon
2.5 hours
3
Gion District
A 15-minute walk from the east end of Nishiki Market.
Wander through the traditional geisha district.
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Tips: Visit around dusk for a chance to spot a geiko or maiko. Be respectful and do not block their path.
Day 3: A memorable hike through thousands of torii gates at Fushimi Inari.
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Sunny and pleasant
morning
3 hours
1
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Take the JR Nara Line to Inari Station, the shrine is right outside.
Hike through thousands of vibrant red torii gates.
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Tips: Wear comfortable walking shoes. The full hike to the summit and back takes 2-3 hours.
afternoon
1 hour
2
Street Food Lunch
Located on the main path leading to and from the shrine.
Enjoy local snacks from stalls near the shrine.
1,000 - 2,000 JPY
Tips: A great way to have a quick and delicious meal after the hike.
afternoon
2 hours
3
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Take Keihan Main Line from Fushimi-Inari to Kiyomizu-Gojo, then walk or take a bus.
Famous temple with a large wooden stage.
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Tips: The view of Kyoto from the wooden stage is spectacular, especially at sunset.
Day 1: A scenic day exploring the natural beauty and temples of Arashiyama.
not mentioned
Sunny and cool
morning
1 hour
1
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take JR Sagano Line to Saga-Arashiyama Station and walk 10 minutes.
Walk through the famous towering bamboo forest path.
not mentioned
Tips: Visit early in the morning (before 8 AM) to avoid large crowds.
morning
1.5 hours
2
Tenryu-ji Temple
Located adjacent to the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.
Explore the World Heritage Zen temple and its garden.
not mentioned
Tips: The garden offers beautiful views of the Arashiyama mountains.
13:00
1 hour
3
Lunch at Arashiyama Yoshimura
Short walk from Tenryu-ji Temple, near Togetsukyo Bridge.
Enjoy handmade soba noodles with a river view.
1,500 - 3,000 JPY per person
Tips: Request a window seat for the best view of the Togetsukyo Bridge.
afternoon
30 minutes
4
Togetsukyo Bridge
Central landmark in Arashiyama.
Stroll across the iconic wooden bridge over Katsura River.
not mentioned
Tips: Especially beautiful during autumn foliage and cherry blossom seasons.
Day 2: Visiting Kyoto's golden icon, a bustling market, and the historic Gion district.
not mentioned
Partly cloudy, mild
morning
1.5 hours
1
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Take Kyoto City Bus number 101 or 205 from Kyoto Station.
Iconic Zen temple covered in gold leaf.
not mentioned
Tips: The reflection of the pavilion on the pond is a must-see photo spot.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Nishiki Market
Take a bus from Kinkaku-ji michi stop towards downtown.
Explore 'Kyoto's Kitchen' for local street food.
2,000 - 4,000 JPY for snacks and lunch
Tips: Many shops offer free samples. Go with an empty stomach.
late afternoon
2.5 hours
3
Gion District
A 15-minute walk from the east end of Nishiki Market.
Wander through the traditional geisha district.
not mentioned
Tips: Visit around dusk for a chance to spot a geiko or maiko. Be respectful and do not block their path.
Day 3: A memorable hike through thousands of torii gates at Fushimi Inari.
not mentioned
Sunny and pleasant
morning
3 hours
1
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Take the JR Nara Line to Inari Station, the shrine is right outside.
Hike through thousands of vibrant red torii gates.
not mentioned
Tips: Wear comfortable walking shoes. The full hike to the summit and back takes 2-3 hours.
afternoon
1 hour
2
Street Food Lunch
Located on the main path leading to and from the shrine.
Enjoy local snacks from stalls near the shrine.
1,000 - 2,000 JPY
Tips: A great way to have a quick and delicious meal after the hike.
afternoon
2 hours
3
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Take Keihan Main Line from Fushimi-Inari to Kiyomizu-Gojo, then walk or take a bus.
Famous temple with a large wooden stage.
not mentioned
Tips: The view of Kyoto from the wooden stage is spectacular, especially at sunset.
