Family Day in Kyoto: Bamboo Grove, Fushimi Inari Taisha, and Delicious Fire Ramen

Day 1: Nature and Food Adventure

Kyoto, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast at A pei bou

Kick off your day with a hearty breakfast at A pei bou, famous for its tasty pastries and excellent coffee, perfect for energising your family for the day's explorations.
Located close to the city centre, it is easily accessible by foot or public transport.
JPY1500, 1 hour

9:30AM

Explore Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

After breakfast, make your way to the stunning Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, where your family can wander through a magical forest of towering bamboo stalks, creating lasting memories.
Take the JR San-in Line or the Hankyu Line from Kyoto Station to Arashiyama Station, which will take approximately 30 minutes.
Free, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Visit Iwatayama Monkey Park

Next, hike over to the nearby Iwatayama Monkey Park, where children can enjoy watching wild monkeys in a playful environment, combined with fantastic views of Kyoto.
The park is a short 20-minute walk from the Bamboo Grove entrance.
JPY550, 1.5 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Fire Ramen Katsu

Savour a unique dining experience for lunch at Fire Ramen Katsu, known for its incredible spicy fire ramen that brings a fun twist to your meal while satisfying everyone’s taste buds.
From the Monkey Park, it’s best to take a taxi for the 15-minute drive to Fire Ramen Katsu.
JPY1800, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha

After a delicious lunch, head to Fushimi Inari Taisha, world-famous for its thousands of vibrant vermilion torii gates; your family will enjoy walking through the beautiful shrine grounds and exploring the trails.
Take the JR Nara Line from Kyoto Station to Inari Station, which will take about 30 minutes.
Free, 2 hours

4:00PM

Explore Tofukuji Temple

Following Fushimi Inari, visit Tofukuji Temple, renowned for its breathtaking Zen gardens; children can delight in the spacious grounds, while adults find the peaceful atmosphere a perfect break.
From Fushimi Inari, it’s a short subway ride (approximately 10 minutes) on the Karasuma Line to Tofukuji Station.
JPY400, 1 hour

5:30PM

Dinner at Gion Kappa Restaurant

Wrap up your day with dinner at Gion Kappa, a family-friendly restaurant offering a range of genuine Japanese dishes in a welcoming atmosphere.
Gion Kappa is about a 20-minute taxi ride from Tofukuji Temple.
JPY3500, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Evening Stroll in Gion

Finish your wonderful day taking a leisurely evening stroll through Gion, where you’ll experience the charm of traditional wooden machiya houses and possibly spot a Geisha.
Gion is within walking distance from the restaurant.
Free, 1 hour
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