Arashiyama Bamboo Grove & Tenryu-ji
Walk through the soaring stalks of the famous bamboo grove before crowds peak, then explore the magnificent landscape garden of Tenryu-ji, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Kyoto · 10°C - 20°C
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One day in Kyoto.
Spring in Kyoto is mild and pleasant, perfect for temple hopping and enjoying gardens.
Walk · 15 mins — A scenic stroll north towards the quieter Sagano area.
Gio-ji Temple Moss Garden
A quiet, tucked-away nunnery known for its lush, vivid green moss garden and maple trees, offering a peaceful contrast to the bustling center of Arashiyama.
Walk · 15 mins — Walk back down towards the main Arashiyama riverfront.
Lunch at Yudofu Sagano
Enjoy traditional Kyoto tofu kaiseki in a beautiful classic wooden building with views of a serene private garden.
Visit websitePublic Transit · 60 mins — Take the Randen line and subway across the city to Higashiyama.
Tea Ceremony at Camellia Flower
An intimate and authentic English-language tea ceremony experience in a historic machiya off the preserved Ninenzaka street.
Visit websiteWalk · 20 mins — Stroll down through the atmospheric Gion streets towards the Kamogawa river.
Pontocho Alley Evening & Dinner
Wander the lantern-lit, narrow Pontocho alley. Enjoy izakaya hopping, street-food style skewers, and sake tasting at local establishments.
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