Arashiyama
嵐山
A scenic district in western Kyoto featuring a historic bridge, mountain views, and major temples designated as a National Historic Site.
What it is
- A 382-meter mountain and scenic district located in western Kyoto.
- A designated National Historic Site and Place of Scenic Beauty.
- A major Buddhist center featuring Tenryu-ji Temple at the mountain base.
- The site of Arashiyama Castle ruins located at the mountain summit.
What to see
- The Togetsukyo Bridge featuring a reinforced concrete structure with traditional wooden railings.
- The Katsura River which flows through the center of the area.
- Mount Iwata monkey park housing approximately 140 Japanese macaques.
- Arashiyama Onsen hot spring source excavated in 2004.
- The Sagano Scenic Railway which connects the area to Kameoka.
- Traditional boats arriving from the Hozugawa River Cruise.
When to go
- Springtime to visit one of Japan's top 100 cherry blossom spots.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Arashiyama Open in Google Maps
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