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Katsura River – the underrated riverside walk in Arashiyama
Arashiyama / Kyoto / Rivers & Lakes

Katsura River – the underrated riverside walk in Arashiyama

Posted on: November 19, 2025November 19, 2025

The Katsura River is Arashiyama’s most spots of scenic beauty, yet is so often overlooked by the likes of the bamboo grove and monkey park.

Arashiyama Monkey Park (Iwatayama) is Kyoto’s best hidden gem
Arashiyama / Kyoto / Mountain / Travel

Arashiyama Monkey Park (Iwatayama) is Kyoto’s best hidden gem

Posted on: January 9, 2024July 30, 2025

Nestled in the forests of Mt. Arashiyama is a highly underrated attraction known as Iwatayama Monkey Park, a Kyoto classic!

Autumn in Kyoto 2023 – the best places to see autumn leaves
Autumn / Kyoto

Autumn in Kyoto 2023 – the best places to see autumn leaves

Posted on: November 5, 2023July 30, 2025

Arguably Japan’s most scenic prefecture of natural beauty, Kyoto offers some of the best viewing spots for crisp red and gold autumn leaves.

A day in Arashiyama – Kyoto’s “Place of Scenic Beauty”
Arashiyama / Kyoto / Travel

A day in Arashiyama – Kyoto’s “Place of Scenic Beauty”

Posted on: April 4, 2023July 29, 2025

Known for its eclipsing bamboo groves and stunning mountainous forests, Arashiyama is one of the coolest districts to visit in Kyoto, Japan!

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