Arashiyama, SanzenIn and Bamboo Forest Day Tour from Kyoto/Osaka

The Kyoto Arashiyama Sanzen In Temple Day Tour offers a distinctive blend of natural beauty, cultural immersion, and spiritual exploration. Participants are treated to the breathtaking scenery of Arashiyama, including its famous bamboo groves and serene riverbanks. The tour provides access to Sanzen In Temple, a historic and lesser-known temple in the area, where visitors can engage in traditional Buddhist practices and gain insights into Japanese spirituality. Led by knowledgeable guides, the experience offers valuable local insights and opportunities for customization, ensuring a memorable and enriching journey through the cultural and natural wonders of Kyoto’s Arashiyama district.

Sanqianyuan is located in Ohara, Luobei, Kyoto. It is one of the three temples of Tiantai Sect. Sanzen-in’s vast temple has towering old trees, moss everywhere, gurgling streams, cherry blossoms in April, azaleas in May, hydrangea in July, and red leaves in autumn. The natural scenery is pleasing to the eye all year round. The two ponds designed by Kanamori Munakazu The spring-style gardens – “Jubi Garden” and “Youqing Garden” are the best places to enjoy the scenery of Sanqianyuan in all four seasons. The main wooden statue of Amitabha Buddha in the temple and the attendant statues on both sides are national important cultural properties.
(Tickets: 700 yen for adults, 400 yen for junior high and high school students, 150 yen for elementary school students)

Embark on a scenic adventure aboard the Sagano Romantic Train, a nostalgic journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Kyoto’s Arashiyama district. Step aboard this charming vintage train and be transported back in time as you wind your way along the picturesque Hozugawa River and through lush bamboo groves.

Sagano Bamboo Forest is located in Arashiyama. The bamboo forest trail is about 500 meters long. You can reach the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest by walking through Nonomiya Shrine and towards Okouchi Villa.
Walking through the bamboo forest, you can hear the natural sound of the wind blowing through the bamboo leaves. This sound has also been rated as one of Japan’s 100 most worthy of preservation.
This is also the place where Ang Lee filmed “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon”. The Tenryuji Temple in the trail has a very beautiful Japanese garden.
During the Arashiyama Lantern Festival every December, the bamboo forest and Togetsukyo Bridge are illuminated with dazzling lights, which is a unique sight in winter

Deep in the HANNARI-HOKKORI Plaza, there is a Japanese-style footbath in Arashiden Arashiyama Station. The footbath is modeled after JR Kyushu Yufuin Station. You can buy seasonal desserts at the store next to it and enjoy it while enjoying it. Enjoy the footbath while tasting it. Let the water from Arashiyama Hot Spring completely eliminate your fatigue after walking. Address: 20-2, Saga Tenryuji-Zojicho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City (use fee 200 yen including towel) The use of footbath is self-service. First go to the station information center to buy a ticket, and also attach a towel to finish. Used for wiping feet. Please wash your feet before entering the bath. There is a washing area at the entrance.

The most famous shopping street in Osaka is home to large department stores, chain drugstores, old brand stores and small shops. Products of all grades and styles are available, and Hello Kitty and Disney stores are also located here. This is also a gathering place for drugstores that girls like, and you can buy cosmetics and skin care products at will. Most stores are equipped with Chinese shopping guides and support UnionPay card payment, so you can enjoy shopping easily.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Total Duration Includes transportation.
• Children aged 0-2 are free without occupying a seat; children aged 3 and above are treated as adults.
• Kindly understand that the itinerary schedule may be adjusted according to weather, road conditions and other reasons

• Kyoto Station Pickup at 9:50AM
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  Starting point:
  Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Parking Lot, 31 Higashikujō Nishisannōchō, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan
• Osaka Station Nipponbashi Exit
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  Starting point:
  1-chōme-3-6 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0073, Japan

• Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle

• Food and Drinks
• Other Personal Expenses
• Sanzen-in Temple (Around 5$)
• Sagano Romantic Train Ticket (Around 5$)

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• This Tour is Provided by TREVOPEDIA.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Tokyo.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.