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5 most breathtaking viewing points in Kyoto prefecture

Kyoto is home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. Here are 5 of my most memorable viewing points across the prefecture!

Kameoka is an absolute haven of rich and colorful autumn leaves – from crisp golden shades of yellow to deep scarlet red.

The famous Kameoka Fog Terrace is engulfed in mist in the early hours of the morning in Japan’s cold seasons, except when I’m there…

Hiking up to the Heiwadai Observation Deck brings with it a hidden gem. The Iwasaka Inari Shrine shines bright at the top of Kameoka!

About an hour’s walk from Kameoka station, Heiwadai Observation Deck overlooks this scenic city of Kyoto with spectacular panoramic views.

In the heart of Kyoto’s most scenic city Kameoka, a touch of paradise is nestled between the mountains of the outer city – the Nakayama Pond.

A place where families and friends gather for hiking and camping activities, Amagase Forest Park is a scenic wonderland in Uji, Kyoto.

Hidden in the wilderness of Amagase Forest Park, the Umanose Observation Deck is a small viewing platform overlooking Uji’s city and nature.

Nestled in the mountains of Uji, the green tea capital of the world, is the scenic Amagase Dam which divides the Uji River and Seta River.

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.

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!