🏔️ Mountain📸 Tourist Attraction

Arashiyama

Nishikyō Ward, Japan

4.5 (0)

Overview

Human settlement in Japan. It sits in temperate Japan, at its finest under spring blossom and autumn colour.

Why visit: Sweeping viewpoints, hiking trails and ropeways above forested slopes.

Things to do

›Hike towards the summit
›Ride the ropeway
›Catch sunrise or sunset

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Travel Information

Best time

July – November (summer & autumn foliage)

Weather

Four distinct seasons — warm, humid summers, crisp colourful autumns and cold winters. Around 2–31°C.

Entry fee

Usually free; ropeway or park fees may apply

Hours

Open daily, daylight hours

Est. budget

₹2,000 – ₹6,000 for the day

Duration

Half to full day

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