Kyoto, Japan
Nestled in the western outskirts of Kyoto, Arashiyama (lit. Storm Mountain) is also the name of the mountain that serves as a backdrop to the district. Primarily known for its enchanting bamboo grove, the area has historically been a haven for aristocrats to seek solace, delighting in the vibrant hues of autumn leaves and going boating along its scenic waterways.
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JPN: Arashiyama District @ Kyoto Prefecture <YOU ARE HERE!>
The district is easily accessible from Kyoto station. From Saga-Arashiyama station, it takes about 15 minutes by foot to reach the bamboo grove.
En route, you'll encounter a diverse array of shops offering a tempting range of souvenirs and culinary delights.
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| Did you know that Snoopy has seven siblings? |
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| I sampled a Uji matcha croquette, though I couldn't taste much of the green tea. |
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is also locally known as Sagano Bamboo Forest. The tallest bamboo stalk can grow up to 40 m.
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| It takes only a month for a young bamboo stalk to reach a height of 20 m. |
Torokko Arashiyama Station is the second train station on the Sagano Scenic Line. The sightseeing train travels a 25-minute route, treating travellers through a visual tapestry of the region's natural beauty.
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| A one-way ticket costs ¥880 (~S$7.90) per adult, while children are charged half the fare. |
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| I looked so happy to get my dango (Japanese skewered rice dumplings), didn't I? |
We took a leisurely stroll around the serene neighbourhood nearby.
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| How lovely it'd be to get a house and enjoy an early retirement there! |
While in Arashiyama, you may also want to visit other places of interest, such as Tenryu-ji, a Zen Buddhist temple with a gorgeous garden, Togetsukyo Bridge and Iwatayama Monkey Park.
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