Tour Overview
Since the Heian Period, the Arashiyama area has been a favorite destination for many Kyoto nobles seeking villas. Renowned for its stunning scenery, Arashiyama boasts crimson autumn leaves blanketing the mountaintops, winter blanketed in white snow, and spring's vibrant pink cherry blossoms blanketing the mountains. It's a renowned spot in Japan for both autumn and cherry blossom viewing.
Today, join the fun-loving experts on a journey through Arashiyama's scenery!
In addition to its natural beauty, Arashiyama is also home to many renowned shrines, the most significant of which is Tenryu-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Originally encompassing the entire Arashiyama area, it was rebuilt to its present-day beauty during the Meiji Period after enduring wartime. Notably, the Sogen Pond, designed by the founding abbot, Muso Soseki, survived the war and remains a truly historic site.
The bamboo forest path next to Tenryu-ji Temple was a famous filming location for the film "Memoirs of a Geisha." The path, lined with towering green bamboos, is an elegant sight beloved by travelers from all over the world. A stroll through it brings time and space to a standstill.
Nearby, Jojakko-ji Temple is a renowned spot for autumn foliage viewing, offering panoramic views of Sagano and Kyoto.
In summer and autumn, the mountains are covered in a riot of green, yellow, and red maple leaves, complemented by the quaint architecture of the temple grounds, creating a tranquil and elegant Japanese atmosphere.
Next to Tenryu-ji Temple, Togetsukyo Bridge crosses the Katsura River. Standing atop the bridge, gazing at the slowly approaching yakatabune boats, the contrasting scenery with the distant mountaintops creates a poetic and picturesque scene.
The finale of the trip is a delicious culinary experience aboard a yakatabune. If standing on a bridge offers a picturesque view of Arashiyama, then aboard a Yakatabune is a feast for both the eyes and the senses! Enjoy a delicious lunch as you savor the Arashiyama scenery you've explored this morning.
Itinerary Details:
◆ Transfer from Kyoto Station to Saga-Arashiyama Station
※Note: When using public transportation (trains), all seats are reserved, so please understand that seats may not be available.
◆ Tenryu-ji Temple (30 minutes)
A World Heritage Site. This temple is one of Kyoto's most popular tourist destinations. Its grounds, with views of Arashiyama, are a designated Special Scenic Spot of Scenic Beauty.
◆ Sagano Bamboo Grove
This bamboo grove is popular with international tourists, so enjoy a stroll through it.
◆ Jojakko-ji Temple (30 minutes)
From the grounds, you can overlook Sagano and Kyoto City. In autumn, the scenery of the mountains painted crimson by the crimson leaves is famous.
◆ Togetsukyo Bridge (30 minutes)
The 250-meter-long Togetsukyo Bridge offers a wide view, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of cherry blossoms in spring and the vibrant colors of maple leaves in autumn.
◆ Yakatabune Lunch (Japanese cuisine) (60 minutes)
After your guide takes you to the boat boarding point, we will no longer serve you.
※Note: If the boat cannot board due to high tide, you will be offered a meal at the restaurant instead. In this case, a 2,000 yen per person refund will be given.
◆ After lunch, you are free to leave. The tour ends at approximately 1:00 PM.
Please return to your accommodation.
※Note: At this point, you will be given a JR ticket for the Arashiyama-Kyoto section.
Travel Notes
1. When using public transportation (trains), all seats are reserved, so there may be unavailable seats. Please understand.
2. This tour is a walking tour, so please wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing. The total walking distance is 3 kilometers.
3. The order of the attractions may be changed. Please understand.
4. Lunch will be Japanese cuisine. Vegetarian meals are not available. Please understand.
5. The group will disperse at the boarding point. At this time, you will be given your JR ticket for the Arashiyama-Kyoto section.
6. If high tides prevent boarding the boat, you may dine at a restaurant instead. In this case, a 2,000 yen per person refund will be made.
7. Children aged 4 and 5 are required to pay the 1,000 yen yakatabune fare on the day of the tour.
8. If the minimum number of participants is not reached 5 days before the tour departure date, the tour may be canceled.
Cancellation Clauses
Cancellations made 31 days prior to the start of a trip will incur a 10% handling fee.
Cancellations made 21-30 days (including the 30th day) prior to the start of a trip will incur a 20% handling fee.
Cancellations made 11-20 days (including the 20th day) prior to the start of a trip will incur a 30% handling fee.
Cancellations made 4-10 days (including the 10th day) prior to the start of a trip will incur a 50% handling fee.
Cancellations made 3 days prior to the start of a trip (including the 1st day) will incur a 100% handling fee.
Cancellations made on the day of the trip are non-refundable.
If the event is affected by force majeure (e.g., typhoon warnings, heavy rain alerts, etc.), the organizer will determine whether to cancel the event. A refund will be issued to the original payment method after deducting necessary expenses.
Rescheduling due to personal reasons will be deemed a cancellation and will be handled in accordance with the cancellation policy above.
If the participant cancels the event due to reasons not attributable to the organizer, no refund will be given.
Cancellations made 14 days prior to booking will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made 10-13 days before the booking date will receive a 70% refund.
Cancellations made 7-9 days before the booking date will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations made 4-6 days before the booking date will receive a 40% refund.
Cancellations made 2-3 days before the scheduled date will receive a 30% refund.
Cancellations made 1 day before the scheduled date will receive a 20% refund.
Cancellations made on the scheduled date will not receive a refund.
