Complete Guide to Arashiyama Bamboo Forest: 5 Fun Ways to Enjoy Kyoto’s Iconic Area
The Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto is a popular attraction known for its spectacular scenery. With gentle breezes rustling the leaves as they blow through the bamboo, it's a great place to escape the heat of summer while taking gorgeous photos as memories of your travels.
You'll also want to visit the nearby Togetsukyo Bridge at the center of Arashiyama, where you can check the tourist map and enjoy an annual light-up event called Arashiyama Hanatoro.
Getting to the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Entrance to the Bamboo Forest
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest is very close to Randen Arashiyama Station and JR Saga-Arashiyama Station. From Randen Arashiyama Station, walk in the opposite direction of Togetsukyo Bridge for about 5 minutes. From JR Saga-Arashiyama Station, walk towards the Randen Arashiyama Station for about 15 minutes.
Getting to Arashiyama Station/JR Saga-Arashiyama Station:
・From the Hankyu Omiya Station or Karasuma Station Area: ride the Randen Line from its first stop, S..