A Captivating Day Trip to Arashiyama, Kyoto

Day 1: Explore Arashiyama

Arashiyama, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast at %Riverside Cafe%

Start your day with a delightful breakfast at Riverside Cafe, where you can enjoy a Japanese-style breakfast set while sipping your own matcha tea by the Katsura River.
Located just a 10-minute walk from Saga-Arashiyama Station, it offers lovely views.
JPY 1200, 1 hour

9:00AM

Visit the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

Stroll through the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, where towering stalks of bamboo create a serene and magical atmosphere perfect for photography.
The bamboo grove is a short 15-minute walk from Riverside Cafe.
JPY 0, 1 hour

10:00AM

Explore Tenryuji Temple

Next, head over to Tenryuji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its stunning garden and beautiful views of the nearby mountains.
A 10-minute walk from the bamboo grove will get you to the temple entrance.
JPY 500, 1.5 hours

11:30AM

Walk across the Togetsukyo Bridge

Take a leisurely walk across the iconic Togetsukyo Bridge for impressive views of the Katsura River and surrounding landscape.
A mere 15-minute stroll from Tenryuji Temple leads you to the bridge.
JPY 0, 30 minutes

12:00PM

Lunch at %Yudofu Sagano%

Enjoy a traditional Kyoto-style lunch at Yudofu Sagano, known for its tofu dishes prepared in a calm, Zen environment.
Located just a 5-minute walk from the bridge.
JPY 1500, 1 hour

1:00PM

Visit the Iwatayama Monkey Park

After lunch, hike up to Iwatayama Monkey Park, where you will meet wild monkeys in their natural habitat and enjoy panoramic views of Kyoto.
The entrance is a 20-minute walk from Yudofu Sagano.
JPY 550, 2 hours

3:00PM

Relax at %Arashiyama Onsen%

Unwind at a local onsen, enjoying a soak in the healing waters while surrounded by nature.
A short 10-minute walk from the Monkey Park.
JPY 1000, 1 hour

4:00PM

Take a Scenic Boat Ride

Cap off your day with a scenic boat ride along the Hozu River, allowing you to appreciate the beauty of the mountains and cherry blossoms if in season.
Boat rental is available just a 5-minute walk from the onsen.
JPY 3000, 1 hour

5:00PM

Dinner at %Arashiyama Yoshizu%

Finish your day with a fantastic dinner at Arashiyama Yoshizu, where you can experience kaiseki—traditional multi-course Japanese dinner—while overlooking the river.
A brief 8-minute walk from the boat rental area.
JPY 5000, 1.5 hours
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