- In this Arashiyama travel guide, we will go over the best attractions, cafes and restaurants in Arashiyama and answer all your questions about Arashiyama.
- Arashiyama is a lovely, touristy locale in the western edges of Kyoto. ... Arashiyama is especially mainstream amid the cherry bloom and fall shading seasons.
- The surrounding Arashiyama district, known for unique fishing methods which involve using trained cormorant birds, is also well worth a visit.
- The name of “Arashiyama (literary, ‘the storm mountain’) comes from the wind known as “Atago Oroshi,” which blows down from Mt. Atago in the west edge of Kyoto.
- Planning a Arashiyama day trip soon? Here's a compact 1-day Arashiyama itinerary including the best things to do in Arashiyama and top tips.
- Arashiyama and Sagano in Kyoto's north-west form a centuries-old resort area, with cultural, historical and scenic delights for everyone.
- For Japan aficionados, ‘Arashiyama’ will immediately conjure up images of the gorgeous bamboo forest, one of the most iconic destinations in Kyoto.
- 2. Togetsukyo Bridge. 3. Arashiyama Bamboo Groves. 4. Tenryuji Temple. 5. Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama. 6. Toei Kyoto Studio Park.
- To experience Kyoto in a nutshell, head to Arashiyama. ... Another highlight is the Moon Crossing Bridge, which offers views of Mt. Arashiyama.
- North of central Arashiyama the atmosphere becomes less touristy and more rural, with several small temples scattered along the base of the wooded mountains.