Arashiyama Park, Kameyama Area
Arashiyama Park, Kameyama Area
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Neighborhood: Western Kyoto
Western Kyoto is home to some of the city's best eccentricities. Kyoto's Saga-Toriimoto Preserved Street takes visitors back in time to the Meiji Period, where old homes have been transformed into tea houses and eateries. Pleasure boats drift down the riverbank, under wooden bridges that beckon nature lovers to hiking trails and botanical walks. The area's famously tall bamboo groves, monkey park, and impressive vistas during the Hanami cherry blossom viewing season mean that it is busiest in warmer months, though also gorgeous in the fall, when the mountains and hills along the banks turn multi-colored. Historic and engaging, even the rail cars in Western Kyoto seek to exemplify its traditional nature and scenic beauty. Many people, including natives, come to visit the 1,200 rakan statues at the Otagi Nenbutsuji Temple, which is still in use as a religious site.
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Deanosaur89
Edmonton, Canada9,226 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
After we were done with the bamboo forest area we walked a bit further to the Kameyama area. There is a nice valley with a river inside it and a trail that goes alongside the river. There is an observation deck area with some steps that got a bit slippery in the rain so we would recommend bringing a good pair of comfortable shoes.
The closest metro is Arashiyama Station and we took the Randen tram to get there but the Saga-Arashiyama Station is not too far away. We spent a couple of hours in the area to see the bamboo forest and the shops in the area too. There are lots of shops, restaurants, convenience stores and cafes near the Arashiyama Station and is a beautiful area to see if you go to Kyoto.
The closest metro is Arashiyama Station and we took the Randen tram to get there but the Saga-Arashiyama Station is not too far away. We spent a couple of hours in the area to see the bamboo forest and the shops in the area too. There are lots of shops, restaurants, convenience stores and cafes near the Arashiyama Station and is a beautiful area to see if you go to Kyoto.
Written September 3, 2024
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Christopher Fowler
204 contributions
Feb 2020
Hidden behind the Arashiyama bamboo forest is this pleasent park for a picnic and great views of the Katsura River, which you can walk down too and along to Togetsukyo Bridge.
Written March 25, 2020
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Martina1888
Inverness, UK505 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
A very nice park near Arashiyama Bamboo Grove but without the crowds. It's a great spot for a picnic or just to take a stroll.
Written October 29, 2023
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YTCHENG
Hong Kong, China15,386 contributions
Nov 2019
Arashiyama Park had made certain enhancements during the past months, trimming down old trees and widening pathways etc. It was enjoyable to have momiji viewing from top of Arashiyama Park. Photo-takers would desparate their way to make nice photos with red maple leaves as background for their snapshots.
Written December 10, 2019
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TravelDNA
Arnhem, The Netherlands1,056 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
By coincidence we went up here and didn’t regret it. Just ten minutes walking from the overcrowded bamboo forest you will find this park which has an amazing view over the valley.
You have to walk up for only five minutes but it’s definitely worth it.
You have to walk up for only five minutes but it’s definitely worth it.
Written June 14, 2018
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Jeffrey D
Griffin, GA2,934 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
Arashiyama Park comes in two parts: the Kameyama area on the north side of the Katsura River and the Nakanoshima area that is actually an island crossed by the Togetsukyo Bridge. The Kameyama area is easily approached from the walk that runs along the north shore of the river upstream of the bridge. Although it's certainly a nice green space, there's nothing particularly special about the park itself; however, there is a scenic overlook that has a beautiful view of the Katsura River canyon and just downhill from the overlook is the entrance to the Bamboo Forest.
Written June 2, 2018
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Mantas D
57 contributions
Feb 2018
I would highly recommend exploring the park together with the Bamboo Forest as they are situated next to each other. While Bamboo Forest is the more known attraction the Arashiyama Park offers a longer stroll, relaxation, good view of the river and excellent coffee shop on the bank of the river.
Still not enough? Go no further and look for Owl's caffe'.
Whether for 1 quick hour tour or for a long afternoon this is a wonderful and refreshing place. One of the greatest advantages is that not too many tourists wonder here.
Still not enough? Go no further and look for Owl's caffe'.
Whether for 1 quick hour tour or for a long afternoon this is a wonderful and refreshing place. One of the greatest advantages is that not too many tourists wonder here.
Written April 2, 2018
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will1thing
Singapore, Singapore104 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
great view especially during autumn season. the only bad is that its not very serene as its packed with tourists. try to go early to minimise the crowds.
Written December 3, 2024
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George T
7 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
Free, wide, well maintained and beautiful park. Beautiful view. The only hair shrine, Mikami Shrine is found in this park. It is next to the Bamboo Grove Park.
Written July 2, 2024
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TassieTravellers99
Launceston, Australia3,403 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
This is a nice green space that extends from the Arashiyama Old Town. We accessed it via the Bamboo Forest. There are large open green spaces and a number of crisscrossing paths. Many of these lead up to lovely viewpoints over looking the river and others are at the river level offering a pleasant view of Kyotos outskirts. Compared to the crowds of the Bamboo forest and the old town this park is a welcome respite.
Written June 28, 2024
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