Kyoto

Kyoto Parks & Gardens

Kyoto’s green spaces range from the manicured moss gardens of Saihoji Temple to the towering stalks of the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Maruyama Park serves as a central hub for cherry blossom viewing, featuring a famous weeping cherry tree, while the Kyoto Botanical Garden hosts an extensive conservatory. In the Arashiyama district, riverside paths lead to the historic Togetsu Bridge and hilltop observation decks overlooking the Hozugawa River. Further north in the Ohara area, traditional temple ponds offer quiet reflection amidst seasonal foliage.

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

Natural bamboo forest featuring scenic pathways and lush mōsō bamboo. The grove is situated near historic temples and shrines.

Maruyama Park

Kyoto's most popular spot for cherry blossom viewing. The most famous place in the park is the Shidarezakura (weeping cherry tree), which…

Kyoto Botanical Garden

The Kyoto Botanical Garden, also known as the Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Garden, is a major botanical garden with conservatory located…

Arashiyama Park

Located along the Katsura River, this park encompasses the Kameyama-koen area with hilltop trails and riverside paths that connect the bamboo grove to the riverbank.

Saihoji Temple

Saihō-ji is a Rinzai Zen Buddhist temple in Matsuo, Nishikyō Ward, Kyoto, Japan.

Togetsu Bridge

This charming more than 150 meters long bridge with wonderful views of Mount Arashiyama is a great place for a stroll.

Kyoto Tower

Kyoto Tower is an observation tower located in Kyoto, Japan. The steel tower is the tallest structure in Kyoto with its observation deck at…

Summit Observation Deck

Situated within Arashiyama Park, this viewpoint offers panoramic vistas of the Hozugawa River valley and the forested mountains of the Sagano area.

四方正面の池

A traditional garden pond located within the Sanzen-in Temple complex in Ohara, designed to be viewed and appreciated from all four sides of the surrounding hall.

汀の池

A serene pond located at Sanzen-in Temple in the Ohara district, known for its surrounding moss, stone lanterns, and seasonal maple trees.