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Outdoors Arashiyama, Kyoto

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

An outdoor spot in Arashiyama, Kyoto, free to visit and worth about 45 minutes. Best time to go: Sunrise.

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Arashiyama Bamboo Grove in Arashiyama, Kyoto
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Why go

Path through towering bamboo stalks in western Kyoto's Sagano district.

It is one of 10 curated places we feature in Kyoto, alongside 4 sights, 2 bars & cafés and 2 places to eat. The closest of our other picks is Kinkaku-ji, 5.8 km away as the crow flies. At about 45 minutes, it slots neatly between bigger plans.

Type
Outdoors · Nature
Neighborhood
Arashiyama
Price
Free
Time needed
45 min
Best time
Sunrise

Nearby

The 6 closest curated picks in Kyoto, measured as straight-line distance.

  1. 1
    Kinkaku-ji

    Gold-leaf-covered pavilion reflected in a pond, Kyoto's most photographed temple.

    Sight · 5.8 km straight-line
  2. 2
    Nishiki Market

    Covered five-block food market for pickles, tamagoyaki, tofu and knives.

    Food · 8.6 km straight-line
  3. 3
    Pontocho Alley

    Narrow lantern-lit lane of restaurants and bars along the Kamo River.

    Drinks · 9.2 km straight-line
  4. 4
    Hanamikoji Street

    Gion's main lane of wooden teahouses where geiko and maiko are sometimes seen at dusk.

    Sight · 9.5 km straight-line
  5. 5
    Kiyomizu-dera

    Hillside temple with a wooden stage over the trees and views across the city.

    Sight · 11 km straight-line
  6. 6
    Philosopher's Path

    Canal-side walk lined with cherry trees between Ginkaku-ji and Nanzen-ji.

    Outdoors · 11 km straight-line

On these curated routes

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is a stop on our Japan Golden Route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.

More to do in Kyoto

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is our only outdoors pick in Kyoto; here is what else we recommend there. See the full Kyoto guide.

When to go

Average daily highs in Kyoto run from 7°C in January to 31°C in August; July is usually the wettest month. For Arashiyama Bamboo Grove itself, we suggest: Sunrise.

Modelled monthly averages for Kyoto from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full Kyoto weather by month.

Getting there

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Address
Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan
Coordinates
35.01682, 135.67130
Destination
Kyoto, Japan

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove: quick answers

How much time do you need at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

Plan on about 45 minutes at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.

When is the best time to visit Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

Our pick: Sunrise. Insider tip: Arrive by 7:30am; pair with Tenryu-ji garden next door.

Is Arashiyama Bamboo Grove free?

Yes, we list Arashiyama Bamboo Grove as free to visit. Check locally before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.

Where is Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is at Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan, in Arashiyama. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.

Which TripsCircle routes include Arashiyama Bamboo Grove?

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove appears on Japan Golden Route, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.

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