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Kimono Forest is an art installation of 600 poles decorated in vibrant yuzen, which glow beautifully in the backlight.
400-year-old wooden bridge. 
The mountain scenery is coloured with cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn.
The meeting point is in front of Arashiyama Station on the Hankyu Railway.
Our tours are slow cycling, so you can also take your time to take pictures in photo-worthy locations.
Quiet, car-free area with traditional 19th-century timber-framed houses and shops, with woodland views.

Peaceful Pedals: Arashiyama Slow Cycling Retreat

By BROMPTON SLOW CYCLING TOURS
Free cancellation available
Price is P 7,661 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Arashiyama, one of the most popular places in Kyoto, has many attractive places to visit, such as the Togetsu Bridge and the bamboo grove path.
At the same time, however, the original calm atmosphere has been lost due to tourists from all over the world. In fact, however, it is only in some areas that crowding occurs, and a short bicycle ride away, you will find the quiet countryside of Sagano, Kyoto.
The tour stops at some tourist areas, but is designed to allow you to enjoy Arashiyama by bicycle while keeping your mind at rest. The tour includes a dedicated English-speaking navigator to assist you.

・Slow cycling is an easy way for people who are not confident about their physical fitness to take part.

・All equipment for riding is provided, so you don't need to bring anything.

・The tour is also a great way to enjoy local food at speciality shops.

・The tour course can be arranged according to your wishes.

・You can take photos with your stylish BROMPTON bike.

Activity location

  • Togetsukyo Bridge
    • Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, Ukyo-ku,
    • 616-8385, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Arashiyama Station
    • Arashiyama Higashiichikawacho
    • 616-0002, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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Peaceful Pedals: Arashiyama Slow Cycling Retreat in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • Opening hours: Sun 10:00-16:00
  • English
Price details
P 7,661.17 x 1 AdultP 7,661.17

Total
Price is P 7,661.17
Until Sat, Mar 8

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBicycle equipment such as helmets, Bags for wheeled transport, etc.
  • What's includedWhat's includedBicycle rental fee
  • What's includedWhat's includedExclusive navigator fee
  • What's includedWhat's includedRail fare
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedInsurance fee (optional 500 yen)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedThe accompanying navigator can suggest restaurants for lunch during the tour according to the customer's wishes.

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Total duration includes travel time.

Activity itinerary

Togetsukyo Bridge
  • 15m
400-year-old wooden bridge. The mountain scenery is coloured with cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn.
Arashiyama
  • 1h 30m
Arashiyama is one of the most popular places in Kyoto, with the Togetukyo Bridge over the Katsura River and the bamboo forests of Sagano. So there are many tourists, but our navigators, who know the area well, will guide you along quieter paths, away from the crowds.
Saga Toriimoto Traditional Buildings Preservation Area
  • 30m
Quiet, car-free area with traditional 19th-century timber-framed houses and shops, with woodland views.
Hirosawa Pond
  • 45m
The pond is located in a calm countryside setting off Arashiyama. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, you can feel nature at its best.
Myoshinji Temple
  • 1h
It is the head temple of the Myoshinji school of the Rinzai sect. The spacious grounds are lined with 46 pagoda temples, and visitors can take a leisurely stroll through the grounds.
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
  • 1h
The shrine was founded in the 10th century and hosts traditional seasonal events throughout the year.
Arashiyama Kimono Forest
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Take the train back to Randen Arashiyama Station. The Randen has a unique local train atmosphere and offers a great view of the city. The Kimono Forest at the station is an art installation of 600 poles decorated in vibrant yuzen, which glow beautifully in the backlight.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESTogetsukyo Bridge
    • Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, Ukyo-ku,
    • 616-8385, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEArashiyama Station
    • Arashiyama Higashiichikawacho
    • 616-0002, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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