Arashiyama is a scenic and culturally rich district located on the western outskirts of Kyoto, Japan. In the eighth century, aristocrats often came to this area of rice fields and bamboo woods to enjoy the colored leaves or to go boating. It continues to be one of Kyoto’s most popular tourist destinations, offering a harmonious blend of nature, history, and traditional charm. It is among the most popular sightseeing areas in Kyoto.
Participants will spend time with their buddies in downtown Kyoto, giving them the chance to do some shopping and enjoy having dinner at any of Kyoto’s extensive restaurants.
Downtown Kyoto is a roughly square area bounded on the east by the Kamo-gawa River, on the west by Karasuma-dori, on the north by Oike-dori, and on the south by Shijo-dori.