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Kurama to Kibune – a scenic hike where nature meets culture

In the deep forests of Kyoto’s northern mountains, two villages form the start and end points of a scenic journey – the Kurama to Kibune hike.

Representing two distinct wards of Kyoto prefecture, the Yamashina River and Uji River intersect at this beautiful location near Mukaijima.

Offering beautiful floral exhibits, natural scenery, and a tranquil atmosphere, Kyoto Botanical Gardens is the perfect place to de-stress.

Mountain views, beautiful sunsets, and aesthetic Japanese castles are not typically associated with tennis courts, but they are in Kansai!

Kyoto’s Yasaka Pagoda has been a tourism icon of Japan for as long as international travel has been around. At night, it brings a new flavor!

Preserving the natural environment has always been a strong suit of the Japanese; that’s why the Otowa River Erosion Control Dam was built.

Located between Kyoto’s iconic Kiyomizu-dera temple and Shiga’s beautiful Lake Biwa, Mt. Otowa offers breathtaking scenery at the summit!

Kyoto Station may be a busy transit point for most travelers, but few know its true beauty lies in its rooftop gardens and scenic city views.

Gion / Kyoto / Park

A hidden gem that only reveals itself to those who explore beyond the famous Yasaka Shrine, Maruyama Park offers zen and beauty unmatched.

Since its first iteration in the year 869, Kyoto has celebrated its largest festival, Gion Matsuri, every summer for over a thousand years!

Despite its name, the Romon Falls have nothing to do with Rome, but rather is the name of a beautiful waterfall site in the forests of Kyoto.

Called the Zuiko-in Temple, this mesmerizing landmark is better known as the temple nestled in the forests of Mt. Daimonji.