Half Day Kyoto Sagano Bamboo Grove & Arashiyama Walking Tour

Half Day Kyoto Sagano Bamboo Grove & Arashiyama Walking Tour

By JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc.

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Overview

Discover Kyoto’s timeless charm on a guided morning walk through Arashiyama’s scenic wonders. Stroll the iconic Sagano Bamboo Grove, visit Tenryu-ji Temple’s Zen gardens, and enjoy peaceful views from Togetsukyo Bridge. Depending on the season and plan, explore Jojakko-ji Temple’s mossy grounds or Okochi Sanso Villa’s panoramic hilltop garden. Beat the crowds with early departures and enjoy the refreshing atmosphere of Kyoto’s nature. The 2025 plan includes a relaxing yakatabune boat ride along the Hozu River, offering a unique view of Arashiyama from the water. Led by a licensed English-speaking guide, this tour blends cultural insight with natural beauty - perfect for first-time visitors and repeat travelers alike.

Activity location

Jojakkoji Temple
- 3 Saga Ogurayamaoguracho, Ukyo-Ku,
- 616-8397, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

JTB SUNRISE TOURS DESK KYOTO
- 31 Higashikujō Nishisannōchō
- 601-8003, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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Regular Tour

4h
English

Regular Course: Saga-Arashiyama Station > Jojakko-ji Temple > Arashiyama Bamboo Grove > Tenryu-ji Temple > Togetsukyo Bridge > Boat cruise

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 8:30

Price details

RM 307.97 x 1 AdultRM 307.97

Total

Until Wed, 21 Jan

What's included, what's not

National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter fee
Other admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour
Fees other than those listed in Includes
[During July and September] Jojakko-ji Temple

Know before you book

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
If the minimum number of adult participants (2) is not met by 4 days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date maybe canceled
This tour uses public transportation with non-reserved seats. Please note that seating is not guaranteed
The order of activities and arrival times may differ depending on road conditions and congestion at destinations
As this is a walking tour, please wear shoes and clothing that are suitable for walking. The total walking distance for this tour is approximately 3 km
Free for children aged 0-5 as long as they will not occupy separate seats
Summer itinerary (July - September 22): Earlier start time to avoid peak heat. Part of the itinerary changes. Visit to Okochi Sanso Villa Garden replaces Jojakko-ji visit.
Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour.

Activity itinerary

Arashiyama (Pass by)

From Kyoto Station to Saga-Arashiyama Station, travel by public transport with non-reserved seats. Please note that seating is not guaranteed and may require standing during busy hours.

Jojakkoji Temple

30m
Admission ticket included

Jojakko-ji Temple offers panoramic views of Sagano and Kyoto. In autumn, the temple’s hillside bursts into color as vibrant foliage blankets Mt. Ogura, creating a stunning 360° seasonal spectacle. During summertime (July - September), instead of Jojako-ji, explore the exquisite Okochi Sanso Villa Garden, featuring beautiful landscapes.

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest (Pass by)

From Jojakko-ji Temple, the tour will be heading to Tenryu-ji Temple while strolling along the Sagano Bamboo Grove, a popular spot among international travelers.

Tenryuji Temple

30m
Admission ticket included

A World Heritage site. This Zen temple stands in one of Kyoto's leading sightseeing areas. The Japanese garden is complemented by the beautiful landscapes of Arashiyama, and has been registered as a Special Place of Scenic Beauty.

Togetsukyo Bridge

30m
Admission ticket included

This 250-meter-long bridge offers a spectacular location for viewing cherry blossoms or colored autumn leaves. Enjoy the scenery of Togetsukyo Bridge and Arashiyama from aboard the yakatabune. The guide will not board the yakatabune. During summertime (July 2 - September 22), the "yakatabune" boat cruise is excluded from this period.

Location

Activity location

Jojakkoji Temple
- 3 Saga Ogurayamaoguracho, Ukyo-Ku,
- 616-8397, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

JTB SUNRISE TOURS DESK KYOTO
- 31 Higashikujō Nishisannōchō
- 601-8003, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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