A new tourist attraction has opened in Arashiyama, Kyoto! Wear authentic armor and shoot your own samurai movie and photos!
A theme park where you can experience Japanese harmony in an Edo town, originally built for a period drama.
The Osawa-no-ike Pond is famous for its cherry blossoms and moon-viewing pavilion
The mountain villa of Minamoto no Toru, the model for Hikaru Genji
Have fun at a mountain villa that belonged to a samurai film actor
Enjoy Diverse Cherry Blossom Trees From Multiple Angles
A Zen temple of the Rinzai School built in the scenic area of Arashimaya in Kyoto. It was built by Takauji Ashikaga in memory of the recently deceased Emperor Go-Daigo.
A thatched hut that stands in lush greenery
The head temple of the Shingon Sect's Omuro School. Holding a long association with the Imperial Household, the temple is also well known for its late-blooming cherry trees called Omuro-zakura.
Enjoy a relaxing walk down this magical path
Check out the ”Sento Kuyo” ceremony on summer nights
The head temple of the Myoshin-ji Temple school of the Rinzai sect. It is Japan's largest Zen temple, with 46 sub-temples.
The roads are covered with colorful leaves in autumn
The symbol and picturesque area of Arashiyama
Enjoy the burning red foliage in autumn and the cherry blossoms and rhododendrons in spring
Inherit Hikaru Genji's luck in love
The oldest shrine in Kyoto
The Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto, a favored tourist attraction among LIVE JAPAN readers, invites you to immerse yourself in an enriching cultural experience. Just a brisk 15-minute train ride and an additional pleasant 10-minute walk from Kyoto Station, this serene escape offers a stunning backdrop for unforgettable memories. Opt for a traditional rickshaw ride while adorning a traditional kimono, and revel in the exquisite views of the bamboo groves as you capture timeless photographs. This beautiful locale represents a fusion of Japan's natural splendor and historic traditions.
Enjoy views in every season
Get up close and personal with a Japanese macaque