Sagano Train and Kiyomizu Dera Temple Day Tour Osaka
A Sagano Romantic Train day tour stands out due to its nostalgic, vintage atmosphere, offering breathtaking, seasonal views of Kyoto's Hozugawa Gorge (cherry blossoms, autumn leaves) from unique vantage points, especially with its open-air car (Car 5), creating an enchanting, picture-perfect journey
📍Meeting point: Departure at 08:30, meet up at Hearton Hotel Nishi Umeda, Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time Latecomers or no-shows can’t be refunded
A Sagano Romantic Train day tour stands out due to its nostalgic, vintage atmosphere, offering breathtaking, seasonal views of Kyoto's Hozugawa Gorge (cherry blossoms, autumn leaves) from unique vantage points, especially with its open-air car (Car 5), creating an enchanting, picture-perfect journey connecting Arashiyama to Kameoka, often paired with river cruises for a full scenic escape. Many tours combine the train ride (often one-way to Kameoka) with a thrilling Hozugawa River boat trip back to Arashiyama, offering a complete gorge experience. The tour starts or ends in Arashiyama, allowing easy access to other famous sights like the Bamboo Grove, Togetsukyo Bridge, and charming shopping streets.
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What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 2hFushimi Inari Taisha is the head of all of Japan's Inari shrines. The seemingly endless path of vibrant orange torii gates that line the approach to Mt. Inari makes for an impressive setting and is one of the most famous images of Japan.
Stop 2
⏱ 3hGuided tour, visitors can explore the towering Sagano Bamboo Forest, as well as admire the historic Togetsukyo Bridge and serene Tenryu-ji Temple. The area however, has many other hidden gems that are just as worth exploring.
Stop 3
⏱ 30 minAdmission includedTogetsukyo, as you walk along the beautiful Katsura River. Ride the Sagano Romantic Train, a scenic 25-minute journey along the Hozugawa River, showcasing stunning seasonal landscapes—from cherry blossoms to autumn foliage.
Stop 4
⏱ 1h 30mVisit the iconic Kiyomizu-dera Temple, famous for its wooden stage built without nails, offering breathtaking views of Kyoto. Don’t miss the Otowa Waterfall, believed to grant success, love, and longevity.
What’s Included
- ✓Kiyomizu-dera Entrance Ticket
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Round-trip transfers to and from the meeting point
- ✓English-speaking guide
- ✓Sagano Romantic Train boarding ticket
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Other personal expenses
Additional Info
- 🚇Public transportation options are available nearby
- 👶Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 🚶Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •Please note that it takes about 20 minutes (1.3 km) to walk from the bus stop to Arashiyama Torokko Station
- •Children aged 0-2 can join this activity free of charge provided they will not occupy separate seats
- •If you require seats for your child, you will need to purchase child tickets
- •The seats in the Sagano Romantic Train will be assigned by staff
- •The schedule of Sagano Romantic Train might change due to daily circumstances. Itinerary would be changed accordingly
- •If you have any difficulties finding the meeting point, please call +81 (06) 6131-5340 for English, +81 (06) 6131-4434 for Chinese, or +81 (06) 6131-4569 for Korean. Our business hours are from 10:00 to 17:00 JST on weekdays, during which we are available to respond to emails.
- •How to use: The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
- •Meet-up information: Arrive at the meet-up location 15 minutes before the scheduled activity time and latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded
- •The tour bus will leave sharp on time
- •Staff will be holding a "LIMON" sign at the meeting point
- •Address: 3 Chome-3-55 Umeda, Kita Ward, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture 530-0001, Japan
- •How to get there: 3 minutes walk from Sakurabashi Gate of JR Osaka Station
- •Admission to Kiyomizu-dera is not included. (500 yen/$4 for adults, 200 yen/$2 for junior high and elementary school students),
- •Meals and beverages are not included.
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