After a 2013-day intensive Keihan maple viewing tour in 9, I went to Kyoto again in 2014 the following year and arranged a 10-day Kyoto maple theme tour to make up for the regret that the name of the maple leaves in Kyoto could not be collected last time. At this moment after the birth of Hamburger, Looking back at the compact itinerary that Wendy and Anya had gone through at the time, it was really surprising to me. I provide it to travelers who are full of energy and love the autumn leaves as a reference for the maple viewing itinerary.
Overview of Kyoto Maple Viewing Itinerary
In 2013 and 2014, we arranged about 10 days of maple viewing trips for two consecutive years, supplementing Keihan's famous autumn leaves, and also digging out many maple viewing spots and routes. The itinerary planning is mainly based on the area, and the daily itinerary planning adopts district visits. Save a lot of transportation time and cost, unless there are special maple viewing activities and shopping needs, will specially change the transportation route.
When planning a daily itinerary, it can be divided into several main areas such as downtown Kyoto, Higashiyama, along the Randen Line, along the Eiden Line, Lossi, and North North. Choose the favorite autumn leaves spots from them, and connect them by tram or bus routes. , You can easily schedule your own maple viewing route, especially in Kyoto, where bus routes are developed and dense, how to check and board the bus, but you must first prepare for the homework.
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Day XNUMX: Entering Kansai and shopping in Kyoto
- Taoyuan Airport Terminal XNUMX → TransAsia Airline → Kansai Airport Arrival → JR Green Window (Buy ICOCA HARUKA Package) → アパホテル <Kyoto Station Bori River Pass> (Check price) → Bic Camera (Shopping) → Xiaoxiao Izakaya (Dinner) → Rest
After taking the Fuxing flight and arriving at Kansai Airport in the evening, with the help of Japan's efficient customs and shopping services, the weather conditions were also ideal. Without the usual suspension of Haruka limited express trains, I quickly arrived at Kyoto Station and stayed at the hotel. Right next to the station, I took the time to run to Bic Camera, took out the pre-prepared discount coupon, ordered the latest 4K iMac, and then ran to my favorite Xiaoxiao Izakaya. The whole night was actually quite fulfilling.
The decision to see the maple leaves in Kyoto is late. When it is difficult to find a room during the tourist season in Kyoto, you can only book the APA series of business hotels with a large number of rooms. You have to endure the small room space. The advantage is that it is close to Kyoto Station and travels to and from the airport and attractions. Traffic arrangements are very convenient. Anyway, the itinerary is mainly for cherry blossom viewing spots, and convenient transportation is more important. The size of the room is a secondary consideration. However, it is recommended that you book a room early during the cherry blossom viewing season.
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traffic instructions
There are two railway lines between Kansai Airport and Keihan City, JR West Japan and Nankai Electric Railway. JR West Japan has Haruka (はるか) limited express trains, which stop at the three main stations of Tennoji, Shin-Osaka, and Kyoto, and the price is higher; the terminal station of Nankai Electric Railway is Namba, which is cheaper.On this trip to Kyoto to enjoy the fall foliage, the はるか limited express is the first choice. You can buy an ICOCA HARUKA set ticket, or buy a ticket with ICOCA. The one-way ticket to Kyoto is 1,600 yen.
- ICOCA ＆ HARUKA official website (Chinese):http://www.westjr.co.jp/global/tc/ticket/icoca-haruka/
- Nanhai Electric Railway official website:https://www.nankai.co.jp/
Detailed itinerary
The transportation ticket provided at the KAA counter at Kansai Airport and the ICOCA+HARUKA package sold at the JR green window are believed to be a must-do for many people at Kansai Airport. If you are taking a late flight, it is recommended to exchange currency and purchase a SIM card. Or Wi-Fi sharing device rental, as well as some transportation packages and admission tickets, can be prepared in advance in Taiwan, and ICOCA+HARUKA packages can also be booked and printed online, which can speed up the processing speed of ticket purchases.
Klook.Itinerary reservation:Japan 4G Internet SIM card (mail to home)|Kansai ICOCA card
- Inbound from Kansai: Taoyuan Airport Terminal 14 (TPE, 15:604PM) → TransAsia Airways (GE2, 30 hours 17 minutes) → Kansai Airport (FUK, 45:XNUMXPM)
- To Kyoto: Kansai Airport Entry → JR Green Window → Purchase ICOCA+HARUKA Package → JR Haruka (Kansai Airport Station ► Kyoto Station)
- Check in at the hotel: walk → アパホテル <Kyoto Station Borigawa Street>(Check price) → Bic Camera(Shopping) → Xiaoxiao Izakaya (Supper) → Rest
Day XNUMX: Kaohsiung Shenhu Temple and Qinglianyuan Yefeng
- Hotel→Breakfast→ Jingoji → Inkstone pavilion (Lunch) → Kaohsiung Tea House → Saimyoji Temple → Kyoto Central Post Office → Qinglianyuan Gate (Night Maple) → Matcha Table → Rest
The Sano area in the northwest of Kyoto means Kaohsiung (たかお), Makio (まきのお), and Tsuneo (とがのお) three well-known temples, respectively. In 2007, I went to Shenhu Temple with Foreman Jian’s tour group for the first time. At that time, due to the rain and the slippery road and the sky was late, I could only stroll around Qingtaka River near the mountain city Kaohsiung bus stop. This time I finally had the opportunity to visit in person.
Kaohsiung Sanwei is almost an hour’s drive from Kyoto Station, and it consumes a lot of energy to climb up to Shingo Temple and take pictures everywhere, leaving the regret of not visiting Gaoshan Temple. First, go back to the station to pick up the goods by Bic Camera and send it to the post office, and then go there. Appreciate the night maple at Qinglianyuan.During the night in Kyoto during cherry blossom viewing, there is no need to report to the izakaya every day. After running the trip during the day, return to the hotel to rest in the evening, and then go to temples to enjoy the night lighting. It is a relaxing and rich itinerary.
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traffic instructions
Kyoto city buses mainly consist of two types of Kyoto City Bus (市bus) and Kyoto Bus (Kyoto Bus), covering the main sightseeing spots in the downtown area of Kyoto, but if you go to the suburban attractions around Kyoto, you have to take JR Bus (West Japan JR Bus) , Keihan Bus (Keihan Bus), Hankyu Bus and other railway companies operate bus routes, especially from Kyoto Station, there are mostly direct bus routes.
There are two routes to Kaohsiung: JR West Japan Bus [Kaohsiung·Keibei Line] and Kyoto Municipal Bus[8], but only the Kaohsiung·Keibei Line is the only option to depart from Kyoto Station. For tourists visiting the Sanwei area, the sale price is 800. A one-day ticket for Japanese yen. The ride runs between the Kyoto Station and Takinoo Station, and the unlimited number of rides between Kitano Station and Takinoo Station. It is convenient to take the bus to the three temples in Kaohsiung.
- JR West Japan Bus [Kaohsiung·Keibei Line]:http://www.nishinihonjrbus.co.jp/local_bus/kyoto/
Detailed itinerary
The advantage of staying near Kyoto Station is that you can return to the hotel in the evening for a short rest, and then go to the bus stop in front of Kyoto Station to take a bus to the scenic spots that light up at night, especially at night, the temperature usually drops sharply. The advantage of returning to the hotel first is that, You can bring warm clothes first, and you don’t need to wear heavy clothes to go to the sights during the day, which can avoid a lot of troubles.
- Visiting Jingoji: Hotel → Breakfast → Kyoto Station Bus Center → Purchase Kaohsiung Fly Pass (￥800/person, use section: Kyoto Station-Tsunoo Station, Kitano Station-Tsunoo Station, free to get on and off) → JR West Japan Bus [Kaohsiung·Keibei Line] (Kyoto Station Front ►Mountain Castle Kaohsiung Station) → Jingoji → Inkstone pavilion (Lunch) → Kaohsiung Tea House
- Tour Ximing Temple: On foot → Saimyoji Temple → JR West Japan Bus [Kaohsiung·Keibei Line] (槇ノ尾駅►Kyoto Station Front) → Bic Camera (Pickup) → Kyoto Central Post Office
- Qinglian Night Maple: Kyoto Municipal Bus 5 System (Kyoto Station Front ► Jingu Road) → Qinglianyuan Gate (Night Maple) → Matcha Dinner → Kyoto Municipal Bus 5 System (Jingu Road ► Kyoto Station Front) → Rest
Day XNUMX: Luoxi Shanfeng Temple and Daigo Temple Night Maple
- Hotel→Breakfast→ Zenganji Temple → Gate of Bishamon Hall → Daigoji Temple (Yefeng) → Dinner → Rest
Nishikyo District in the west of Kyoto is adjacent to Nagaokakyo City. It has three well-known autumn leaves spots: Kwanguji Temple, Zhanfeng Temple, and Shengji Temple. After visiting the Somotoyama Kwangji Temple on the last maple viewing trip, I wanted to stop by and visit Zonmine Temple again, but Hankyu The bus stopped early in the afternoon. This time I took the Hankyu train and transferred to the bus for a special trip. I found that it made sense for the bus to stop early. Because Zenho Temple is located on a mountain and occupies a large area, it takes a lot of time and effort to visit. It’s too late to come. Can't it!
After climbing and hiking at Zenkoji Temple, first take JR to the gate of Bishamon Temple in Yamashina, and then meet with friends in Kyoto to enjoy the night maple at Daigo Temple. Because of the reservation and payment system for night maple collection at Daigo Temple, the number of tourists is controlled and can be quiet. Walking around and taking pictures quietly, I used to know Daigo Temple only as well-known cherry blossom viewing spots. I didn't expect that the night maple scenery accompanied by the lake is also very beautiful. If you encounter the opportunity to open the night maple, don't forget to make an appointment online first!
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traffic instructions
There are two railway lines in the Losi area of Kyoto: JR Tokaido Main Line and Hankyu Kyoto Line. If you start from Kyoto Shijo, you can take the Hankyu Kyoto Line. If you start from Kyoto Station, you can take the JR Tokaido Main Line.However, whether it is JR or Hankyu, you have to take the Hankyu bus to Zenkoji. The Hankyu bus route usually connects JR and Hankyu stations, which is quite convenient.
Hankyu Bus offers a one-day ticket for sale, but a one-day ticket usually requires more than three rides before returning to the original. If you only need to go back and forth to Zenho-ji Temple, you can use an IC card to board it.In addition, the Kansai Amazing Pass can be used on subways, private railways and buses in the Kansai area, except for JR West Japan routes. The scope of application covers Hankyu trams and buses. If you have purchased the Kansai Amazing Pass, you can also use the Kansai Amazing Pass for the entire day.
- Hankyu Train Boarding Guide (Chinese):http://www.hankyu.co.jp/global/zh-tw/traffic/index.html
- Hankyu Bus Route Map (Japanese):https://www.hankyubus.co.jp/rosen/route/2133_mukou.html
Detailed itinerary
The gates of Shanfeng Temple and Bishamontang are both located on high places. You have to climb the mountain on foot. The physical burden is not small. I admire our perseverance at that time. After visiting Shanfeng Temple and Bishamontang, we can continue to visit Daigo Temple. Night maple, considering the night lighting beauty of Daigo Temple, if you have limited physical strength, the red leaves at the gate of Bishamon Hall can be given priority because the cherry blossoms of Sanke Canal are more attractive.
- To Losi: Hotel → Breakfast → JR Tokaido Main Line (Kyoto Station ► Mukaimachi Station) → Keihan Bus Ohara No Line 66 System (JR Mukaimachi Station ► Zonmine Temple) → Zenganji Temple
- Bishamon Temple: Ohara No Line 66 system (Zenho Temple ►JR Mukaimachi Station) → JR Tokaido Main Line (Mukaimachi Station ► Kyoto Station ► Yamashina Station) → On foot → Gate of Bishamon Hall
- To Daigo Temple: Kyoto Subway (Yamako Station ► Daigo Station) → Daigoji Temple(Night Maple) → Kyoto Subway (Daigo Station ► Kyoto Station) → Dinner → Rest
Day XNUMX: Arashiyama Jojiko Temple and Arashiyama Foot Bath
- Hotel → Breakfast → 観光館ホテル Omiya (Check price) → Jojakkoji Temple → Nison-in Temple → こみち (lunch) → Baoyanin (Night Maple) → Arinco (Dessert) → Randen Arashiyama Station (Foot bath) → dinner → rest
Last time I came to Arashiyama for the maple appreciation route, I visited Baogoonin, Gionji Temple, Nizunin Temple all the way from Dajuku Temple. When I finally came to Changjiguang Temple, the sky was late and the red maple was not in good condition. This time I came to Arashiyama again. I rushed directly to Changjiguang Temple and finally saw the beautiful red leaves. In the rainy Arashiyama area, it is even more rare to encounter the dazzling sunshine that day. I also stopped by to Nizhunin next to Changjiguang Temple. The two temples each have different styles of autumn leaves.
In the evening, continue to stay in Arashiyama. The goal is to light up the lights at Baoyan Temple, which was not reached last time. At that time, the cold wind was bitter, and it was turned back at the entrance of Tianlong Temple. This time the weather is good and you have enough clothes to complete the Baoyan Temple Night Maple achievement. One, on the return trip, you will be eating and drinking at Landian Arashiyama Station. You can enjoy the night lighting scenery of Arashiyama Station by the way. There is a footbath in the station to soak. It is recommended to leave more time to enjoy the fun of soaking your feet. Don't rush back to the hotel.
traffic instructions
The Kyoto Transportation Bureau issues a city bus and Kyoto bus one-day ticket (city bus, Kyoto bus one-day ticket). The price is 600 yen for adults and 300 yen for children. If you take more than 3 buses a day, you can get back the ticket.However, our itinerary is often adjusted flexibly, so less and less one-day tickets are purchased. However, taking a bus from Kyoto Station to Arashiyama is actually quite a convenient option. The speed is not too slow, and you can take a lot less.
The Arashiyama Railway is a private railway line in Kyoto, which connects Taiqin Tenjingawa Station on the Kyoto Subway Tozai Line and Omiya Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line. It is also very convenient to connect the traffic routes, especially at night, when the bus service is low or stopped. Under business conditions, taking the Arashiyama tram is a convenient way to return to downtown Kyoto.
- Download the route map of Kyoto City Bus:http://www.city.kyoto.lg.jp/kotsu/page/0000019770.html
- Lanshan Tram official website (Chinese):http://randen.keifuku.co.jp/tw/
Detailed itinerary
For those familiar with Kyoto, Arashiyama can be said to be the most popular tourist attraction, but it seems that every time you come to Kyoto, you will always arrange a day to visit here, because there are always many places worth visiting in Arashiyama. Remember to visit the scenic spots. Don't just be limited to the Arashiyama bamboo forest and pedestrian street, you can visit all kinds of temples around, and the excursions are not limited to taking the Arashiyama train, you can also take rickshaws, boats and horse-drawn carriages, which will surely add a lot of fun to travel.
Klook.Itinerary reservation:Kyoto Arashiyama Half Day Tour|Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw|Horse-drawn carriage sightseeing tour
- To Arashiyama: Change the hotel → 観光館ホテルOmiya (Check price) → Kyoto municipal bus 28 system (in front of Kyoto Station ► in front of Saga Elementary School) → Jojakkoji Temple → Nison-in Temple → こみち (lunch)
- Arashiyama Night Maple: Walk → Baoyanin(Ye Feng) → Arinco (Dessert) → Dinner → Randen Arashiyama Station(Foot soup)
- Return to the hotel: Randen (Arashiyama Station ►Weizi ノ辻 Station ► Shijo Omiya Station) → Taxi → Rest
Day XNUMX: Kamikamo Handmade Market and Botanical Garden
- Hotel → Breakfast → Kamigamo Shrine → Kamigamo Handmade Market → The Garden of Famous Paintings on Ceramic Plates in Kyoto → Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Garden → Oyama Kyoto ヨドバシ shop (dinner) → Yodobashi (shopping) → rest
This day’s maple viewing trip meets Sunday, and I will go to the World Cultural Heritage Kamigamo Shrine (Kamobetsu Rai Shrine). The main goal is to visit the Kamo Handmade Market. There is a stall on the fourth Sunday of every month, in front of the shrine. The big turf and the shade of the maple forest have become a place for Japanese families to have picnics and fun with their children. It is really fun to buy a lot of exquisite and practical hand-made wooden groceries and go shopping under the shade of red leaves.
On the return journey, get off at Kitayama. In addition to the garden of famous pottery paintings to visit, there is also a small-scale hand-made creative market called Kitayama クラフトガーデン. At that time, I didn’t know whether it was closed or it was too late, so I didn’t encounter the listing, so I went for a walk. Next to the Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Garden, there are a variety of plants, suitable for cherry blossoms and maple viewing, and different flowers bloom in all seasons. In addition, it occupies a large area, which is very suitable for bringing children here.
Related Reading ▶️Kyoto Market Walking Guide: A Complete Guide to Handicrafts, Antiques, and Pottery Markets
traffic instructions
The Kyoto City Bus and Kyoto Bus One-Day Tickets will increase the adult fare from 2018 yen to 3 yen from March 500, maintaining the principle of repaying the cost for more than 600 trips.The main reason for the price increase is the price system and quality improvement. Kyoto, which is full of tourists, will inevitably affect the daily bus rides of the local people. However, the Kyoto bus routes are really many and convenient. The daily transportation cost of 3 yen can be used to travel in Kyoto. Main Attractions.
- Download the route map of Kyoto City Bus:http://www.city.kyoto.lg.jp/kotsu/page/0000019770.html
Detailed itinerary
There are many temples and gardens in Kyoto, making the markets attached to buildings and greenery flourish. There are many hand-made, antiques, pottery and second-hand markets, most of which are held regularly every year and every month. When arranging the maple viewing schedule in Kyoto, In addition to the maple viewing spots that can be interspersed with night lights, when the itinerary meets weekends and holidays, you can also pay special attention to the market activities there. You can enjoy the maple while visiting the market, which will make the maple viewing journey more exciting Colorful.
- To the market: restaurant → breakfast → Kyoto municipal bus 4 system (in front of Kyoto Station ► in front of Kamikamo Shrine) → Kamikamo Shrine → Kamigamo Handmade Market
- To the Botanical Garden: Kyoto Municipal Bus 4 System (in front of Kamigamo Shrine ► in front of Kitayama Station) → Walk → Garden of famous ceramic plate paintings in Kyoto → Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Garden
- Return to the station: Kyoto Municipal Bus 205/206 system (in front of the Botanical Garden ► in front of Kyoto Station) → Oyama Kyoto ヨドバシ store (dinner) → Yodobashi (shopping) → rest
Day XNUMX: Yumekan Kimono Experience and Gion Scattering Strategy
- Hotel→Breakfast→Dream House→ Kimono experience → Shiseongen Garden → Higashi Hongan Temple → Gion Garden (Dessert) → Kennin Temple → Juujuukarubi (Dinner) → rest
This day, avoiding weekends and holidays, came to Yumekan to participate in kimono experience activities. In addition, we made an appointment with photographers and friends working in Yumekan. In addition to taking photos outside of kimono, we finally put aside the usual photography tasks and left it entirely to the photographer. .Yumekan kimono rentals are very popular. In addition to avoiding the holiday crowds, you can also choose to go to the store for an extra fee to pick up clothes in advance, and you can give priority to choosing your favorite colors.
The location for outdoor shooting is recommended by friends in Kyoto, avoiding the crowded popular attractions, shuttles through the quaint alleys and alleys of Kyoto, you can take pictures with a lot of charm, and walk to visit Shicheng Garden, Higashi Hongan Temple, Kennin Temple and other crowds. The few temples not only have beautiful photos with red leaves, but the effect is actually good with ginkgo as the background. The itinerary is easy but rich throughout the day. In the evening, go to the all-you-can-eat barbecue.
traffic instructions
When arranging a kimono experience in Kyoto, it is usually accompanied by family or friends. At this time, it is recommended to use a taxi as the main means of transportation. After all, when wearing a kimono, the action must be more subtle. The cost is not too high.Although Kyoto is already the city where Uber is stationed, the Japan Taxi (national タクシー dispatching car) app is recommended first in terms of the number of vehicles and convenience.
Japan Taxi provides a Chinese interface and credit card payment. The experience is comparable to Uber. You can set the destination in advance, and you can also call multiple cars at the same time, providing a group of family and friends to ride. Register and log in to the credit card of Japan Taxi to get a 1 yen discount coupon for a period of one month. Enter Wendy’s "500C4D17" coupon code to get another 9 yen discount coupon. Driver evaluation is provided after the ride. There is also a 1,000 yen discount coupon. There are no small supplements for the petty bourgeoisie!
- Japan Taxi App official software download:App Store|Google Play
Detailed itinerary
Kimono experience is now a popular sightseeing activity in Kyoto, especially during the peak cherry blossom viewing season, wearing a kimono under the beautiful scenery of red leaves or pink cherry blossoms, the photo effect is even better. If you have a good budget, make an appointment for an exclusive photographer to shoot outside. It is the best memory guarantee.After asking friends in Kyoto who work in Yumekan, they mentioned that the number of holiday reservations is as high as XNUMX people, so those who are interested in kimono experience are advised to make an online reservation two months in advance.
Klook.Itinerary reservation:Yumekan Kimono Experience|Yumekan kimono outside photography
- Go to the Dream Hall: Hotel → Breakfast → Walk → Dream Hall → Kimono experience → Shisai Garden → Higashi Hongan Temple
- To Gion: Taxi → Gion → Gion Nana (Dessert) → Kennin Temple
- Evening dinner: Taxi → Juujuukarubi(Dinner) → rest
Day XNUMX: Eikando Zenrinji Temple and Kintenmangu Palace
- Hotel→Breakfast→アパヴィラホテル <Kyoto Station> (Check price) → Kyoto Station → Ramen Koji (lunch) → Nakamura Fujiyoshi Kyoto Station → Eikando Zenrinji → Jintianman Temple→ Honke Owariya (Dinner) → rest
After many days of compact maple viewing itinerary, I took advantage of the change of hotels to come to Kyoto Station to spend a long time. According to TripAdvisor's announcement of the top 2018 tourist attractions in Japan in 30, Kyoto Station is the only station listed. Many famous monuments and scenic spots are not inferior, and the station itself can become an attraction, which shows the rich and charming charm of Kyoto Station.
In the afternoon, take a bus in front of Kyoto Station and go to Eikando to admire the autumn leaves. Last time, I visited the night lighting event. I wanted to visit this place again during the day. The vast temple gardens are connected with Shakado, Kaisando, and Yuyingtang. You can take a closer look. It took a lot of time. When we walked out the door, we saw that there were long lines of people preparing to admire the night maple. After a knowing smile, we went to Shijo Kawaramachi, a tourist hot spot alongside Kyoto Station, for food.
traffic instructions
When going to Kyoto for cherry blossoms and autumn leaves, the bus is the first mode of transportation that must be studied when planning the itinerary. Among the many bus routes, the most prestigious bus route is the No. 5 system route. Route 5 departs from Kyoto Station and ends at the International Kaikan Station on the Kyoto Subway Karasuma Line. On the way, it connects with Eizan Electric Railway, Keihan Main Line, and Subway Tozai Line, and travels through Shugakuin Imperial Palace, Ichijoji Temple, Ginkakuji Temple, Shinrudo, Nanzen Temples, Heian Shrine, Qinglian Temple and other places.
- The most prestigious bus route No. 5 for cherry blossoms and autumn leaves:http://www2.city.kyoto.lg.jp/kotsu/busdia/keitou/kto/005.htm
Detailed itinerary
Kyoto Station and Shijo Kawaramachi are two places where Kyoto railways and bus routes gather, and there are many places to go shopping. If the itinerary is based on Kyoto city attractions, staying in Shijo Kawaramachi is also a good choice.If the itinerary is to go to the surrounding cities of Shiga, Osaka, Nara, and Uji around Kyoto, it is still the most convenient choice to settle near Kyoto Station.
Klook.Itinerary reservation:Kyoto Nishiki Market & Homemade Japanese Rice Bowl (Half Day Experience)
- Kyoto Station: Change the hotel → アパヴィラホテル <Kyoto Station Front> (Check price) → Kyoto Station → Ramen Koji (Lunch) → Nakamura Fujiyoshi Kyoto Station Store
- To Eikando: Kyoto Municipal Bus No. 5 System (Kyoto Station ► Nanzenji Temple. Eikando Road) → Eikando Zenrinji
- Nishiki Tenmangu: Kyoto Municipal Bus No. 5 System (Nanzenji Temple. Eikando Road ► Shijo Kawaramachi Kitakami) → Nishiki Tenmangu → Honke Owariya(Dinner) → Taxi → Rest
Day XNUMX: Yase Rurikoin and Goldfish Exhibition
- Hotel→Breakfast→ Yase Rurikoin → The Garden of Wolong (Matcha Dinner) → Genrigu Nijo Castle → Kyoto goldfish no dance exhibition → dinner→ rest
If the Somotoyama Kōmōji in Nagaokakyo City has the most beautiful red leaf trail in Kyoto, then Rurikoin at the foot of Mt. Hiei is the temple with the most beautiful red leaf window view in Kyoto.Under the strong recommendation of a friend in Kyoto, the Kyoto maple viewing trip came to an end, and I took the Eizan tram to Hiei Mountain. The fee for visiting is as high as 2 yen per person. It can be said to be the most expensive temple in Kyoto, but it is also an absolute value for the return ticket. A famous place for maple viewing at a high price.
In the evening, after returning from Mount Hiei, I went to the famous Nijo Castle in Kyoto to visit the "Kyoto·Goldfish No Dance" exhibition. This is a commemorative exhibition to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Nijo Castle's World Heritage registration. The goldfish exhibition planned by Hidetomo Kimura. It has been held all over Japan since 2007. This exhibition with Nijo Castle as the background can be said to be amazing and impressive. Unfortunately, it is only this one limited event.
traffic instructions
Rurikoin can be reached by taking the Eizan Tram Main Line (Green Line). The terminal is a 500-meter walk from the exit of the Yasei Hieiyamaguchi Station. If you are departing from Kyoto Station, you can also choose to take the 5 most impressive and most useful for viewing the autumn leaves in Kyoto. Route bus No., after arriving at Hosake Pond Station, transfer to Eizan Tram at Hosake Pond Station.
- List of Eizan Tram Pass Tickets (Japanese):https://eizandensha.co.jp/guide/ticket/good-value-eiden/
Detailed itinerary
From the Yase Rurikoin Temple in Mount Hiei, and then take a ride to Nijo Castle, it is actually not quite a convenient choice, but the time-limited and only one-time exhibition is even more rare.When arranging the itinerary for viewing cherry blossoms and autumn leaves, we always pay special attention to the leaflets on the trams and buses. Many time-limited activities can often be collected. And the goldfish no dance exhibition in Nijo Castle is an absolute pity to miss. Time and venue are both limited. activity.
- To Yase: Hotel → Breakfast → Kyoto Municipal Bus No. 5 System (Kyoto Station Front ► Homoike) → Eizan Electric Railway Main Line (Honeyike Station ► Yase Hiei Yamaguchi Station) → Walk → Yase Rurikoin → The Garden of Wolong (Matcha mat)
- To Nijo Castle: Eizan Electric Railway Main Line (Yase Hiei Yamaguchi Station ► Demachi Yanagi Station) → Keihan Main Line (Demachi Yanagi Station ► Sanjo Keihan Station) → Kyoto Metro Tozai Line (Sanjo Station ► Nijo Castle Mae Station) → Genrigu Nijo Castle → Kyoto goldfish no dance exhibition → Taxi → Dinner → Rest
Day XNUMX: Luobei Yingfeng Changzhao Temple and Yuanguang Temple
- Hotel→Breakfast→ Joshoji Temple → Genguangan → Guangyue Temple → マルモキッチンkyoto ポルタ shop (Dinner) → Bic Camera (Shopping) → Rest
There are three well-known cherry blossom viewing spots in the Takamine area of Nakubei, Kyoto. The roads where the temples are located are relatively narrow, and there are not many bus routes and the distance from the center of Kyoto, so there are quite a few tourists. , Suitable for travelers who love the quiet and peaceful atmosphere of maple viewing. The last day of the maple viewing trip will be reserved for the three temples of Yingfeng, where you can meet friends in Kyoto for a walk and enjoy a quiet and small maple viewing experience.
Take the bus to the bus stop sign in front of Changzhao Temple. From Changzhao Temple, Yuanguangan to Guangyue Temple, you can easily visit Yingfeng Three Temples on foot. Compared with other famous maple viewing spots, this place is mainly for Japanese tourists. For the most part, after more than ten days of maple viewing, we ended up with the three temples of Yingfeng as the conclusion. The small and exquisite garden, followed by a walk and chat with friends, changed from the usual sightseeing trip to the daily fun of viewing the maple. The end of this maple viewing trip.
traffic instructions
The fastest way to get to the Takamine area is to take the Kyoto Metro Karasuma Line and transfer to Kita 1 bus at Kitaoji Station. However, considering the transfer time and the restrictions of different transportation modes, the cheapest and convenient transportation arrangement is still In front of Kyoto Station, if you choose to take the Kyoto Municipal Bus Route No. 6, you can go directly to the Takamine area without transferring.
- Two-day Kyoto Sightseeing Ticket Description (Japanese):http://www.city.kyoto.lg.jp/kotsu/page/0000028378.html
Detailed itinerary
Yingfeng Sanji is a non-popular maple viewing spot. However, considering the convenience of taking the bus to and from the famous autumn leaves, arrange to go there on the last day, and continue shopping at Kyoto Station on the return trip, and keep more points. Time to pack your luggage and prepare to end this Kyoto maple viewing trip.
- To Takamine: Hotel → Breakfast → Kyoto Municipal Bus No. 6 System (in front of Kyoto Station ► In front of Takamine Genkoan) → Walk → Joshoji Temple → Genguangan → Guangyue Temple
- Return to the station: Kyoto Municipal Bus No. 6 System (In front of Takamine Genkoan ► In front of Kyoto Station) → マルモキッチンkyoto ポルタ shop(Dinner) → Bic Camera (Shopping) → Rest
Day XNUMX: Depart from Kansai by TransAsia Airways
- Hotel → Matsuya (lunch) → Departure from Kansai Airport → TransAsia Airline → Taoyuan Airport Terminal XNUMX → Return home
Take the Haruka limited express train from Kyoto to Kyoto Airport. Based on past experience, the weather is not stable during the cherry blossom viewing season, so it is customary to leave early to the airport to avoid that there is enough in case the limited express train stops. You can transfer to regular trains or airport shuttle buses at time. There are also many places to shop and buy at Kansai Airport. Many people even go to the Rinku Town OUTLET near the airport to make a big purchase.
traffic instructions
The early ICOCA & HARUKA combined purchase price was quite favorable, and the fare for HARUKA to and from the airport was very cheap. However, as IC cards became more and more common, in order to prevent tourists from having to purchase the package again every time they entered the country, resulting in repeated ICOCA issuance and card refund procedures It is also troublesome, so the combined purchase price of HARUKA and ICOCA is equivalent to showing the ICOCA ticket discount. Tourists can keep the ICOCA properly and reuse it.
- ICOCA ＆ HARUKA official website (Chinese):http://www.westjr.co.jp/global/tc/ticket/icoca-haruka/
Detailed itinerary
Japan’s high-speed express railway lines have very strict standard operating procedures. In the case of safety, the Kansai Airport limited express trains are often suspended. In order to avoid ticket scrapping, it is recommended to go to the airport as early as possible.In addition, large buses and sedans are less affected by the weather, and it is quite safe to make an appointment for airport transfers or take an airport shuttle bus.
Klook.Itinerary reservation:Kansai Airport Transfer to and from Kyoto City|Kansai Airport Bus to Osaka or Kyoto
- To the airport: walk → Kyoto Station → JR Haruka (Kyoto Station ► Kansai Airport Station) → Kansai Airport
- Departure from Kansai: Matsuya (lunch) → Departure → Osaka (KIX, 19:00PM) → TransAsia Airways (GE603, 3 hours and 5 minutes) → Taoyuan (TPE, 21:05PM) → Taoyuan Airport Terminal XNUMX → Go home
✅Comprehensive evaluation: A complete map of maple viewing spots in Kyoto
The maple viewing itinerary is centered on Kyoto, and the itinerary extends to well-known red leaf attractions around Kyoto. Based on the consideration of staying at Kyoto Station, it is possible to take the bus as the main route and the railway line as the supplementary maple viewing itinerary. We provide you with planning the maple viewing itinerary Time reference.
