Arashiyama Area

A bamboo grove in Arashiyama, Kyoto's Ukyo Ward, featuring approximately 16,000 Moso bamboo trees over 40 years old. Its ethereal aesthetic has become one of Japan's most photographed landmarks, frequently shared on social media. A 400-meter walking path is maintained through the grove, attracting millions of visitors annually.

A 16-hectare bamboo grove located in Sagano, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto. Approximately 400 Moso bamboo trees over 100 years old grow densely, creating a distinctive atmosphere. Characterized by stone-paved paths extending to the bamboo roots, it attracts about 2 million visitors annually and is one of Kyoto's most representative tourist attractions. Certified as a Japanese heritage site in 2007.

A premier tourist area in Kyoto's right bank representing the ancient capital. Beyond the famous bamboo grove, it concentrates historic structures like Tenryu-ji Temple, Nomiya Shrine, and Ogura Pond. Spring cherry blossoms and autumn foliage are particularly spectacular, with activities like Hozu River boating. Welcoming over 10 million visitors annually, it is Kyoto's most popular tourist area.

Traditional geisha districts scattered throughout Kyoto, including Gion, Kiyamachi, and Pontocho. The heart of geisha culture dating from the Edo period, characterized by traditional teahouse architecture and stone-paved alleys. Attracting approximately 20 million visitors annually, it is Kyoto's premier destination. Representative of Japan's traditional culture, particularly geisha arts.

An historic geisha district in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City. Traditional wooden townhouses with lattice doors stretch for over 1 kilometer, with glimpses of geishas at dusk. The beauty of wooden architecture and historical landscape are evaluated as intangible cultural property. Approximately 5 million visitors annually, representing Kyoto's premier tourist destination.

A geisha district along the Kamogawa River in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City. Historic area continuing from the Edo period. Kyoto's smallest geisha district with approximately 100 restaurants and teahouses. The summer dance performances at Pontocho Kaburenjo are famous. Characterized by summer riverside dining experiences. Attracting approximately 2 million visitors annually, representing Kyoto's charm.

A narrow alley along the Kamo River in Nakagyō Ward, Kyoto, flourishing as a teahouse district since the Edo period with approximately 40 establishments today. The landscape of wooden buildings and stone pavements represents iconic Kyoto scenery. Riverside dining experiences are particularly celebrated. Rivaling Gion as a geisha district, it attracts about 500,000 visitors annually.