Japan’s private railway lines except JR usually act as a means of railway transportation connecting the city center and suburban residential areas. It is usually a means of transportation for office workers and students. For tourists, it becomes a means of leading travelers to many suburban private houses or characteristic scenic spots. Good helper, every private railway line always has a story, adding many sightseeing features to attract tourists.
There are three private railway lines in the Kyoto area: Keihan Electric Railway (Keihan Main Line, Keihan Uji Line, Keitsu Line), Hankyu Electric Railway (Kyoto Line, Arashiyama Line), and Kintetsu Electric Railway (Kyoto Line) with high traffic volume in the Keihan area. There are also three characteristic small-capacity Eizan Electric Railway (Eizan Main Line, Kurama Line), Keifuku Electric Railway (Arashiyama Main Line, Kitano Line), and Sagano Tourist Railway (トロッコ) in the suburbs of Kyoto. The latter two are in the Arashiyama area. The Ruishan tram described in this article is in the Luobei area.
I believe I planned to go to Kurama.Those who visit Kibune and Yase Hieisan will come into contact with the private railway line of Eizan Electric Railway.The Eizan tram route is very simple, divided into "Eizan Main Line (Green Line)" and "Kurama Line (Red Line)". The Eizan Main Line leads to Yase Hiei Mountain, and the Kurama Line leads to Kurama.Your boat.
The Eizan Electric Railway’s "Eizan Main Line (Green Line)" and "Kurama Line (Red Line)" both start from Demachiyanagi Station and end at the foot of the Hiei Mountain and Kurama Mountain respectively, and then connect to the "Eizan Mountain". Go up the mountain on two cable car routes, ケーブル" and "Kuramayama ケーブル".
Eizan Electric Railway is only connected to Keihan Electric Railway Demachiyanagi Station. For passengers departing from Kyoto Station, they can transfer to Keihan Electric Railway via Kyoto Subway, or take the Kyoto Bus to connect to Eizan Electric Railway.If you are coming from outside Kyoto, taking the Keihan Railway route directly is the best choice.
What special scenic spots can the Ruishan tram in the Luobei area lead tourists to?Japan’s private railway lines with a small traffic volume will instead try their best to collect and organize tourist attractions along the railway. You can easily find clear and easy-to-understand information on the official website. I believe Shisentang, Enko Temple, Manshuin Temple, Myoman Temple, and Shisendo Shoin, Kibune Shrine, Kurama Temple and Enryaku-ji Temple are must-visit spots for tourists who want to see cherry blossoms and fall foliage. There will also be seasonal scenery along the railway line, which can be used for transportation when riding.
It is important to note that the temple attractions along the Eizan Tram are a bit away from the station. Those who make reservations should be prepared first.If you want to take a one-day trip to visit the scenic spots along the route, please prepare your energy first!On the contrary, the drop-off location of the bus will be closer to the scenic spot, but the frequency is not dense enough. Would you rather walk or wait? It depends on your personal choice!
Eizan Electric's passenger ticket can be divided into three categories: self-issued, Keihan electric-issued, and other routes issued.The self-issued passes are mainly based on the "Eizan One-Day Pass", and other transportation routes are combined with passes issued by Eizan Electric Railway. The Keihan Electric Railway, which is connected to Eizan Electric Railway, has the most types, including "Kurama・Kibune One Day" "Volume", "Hiei Mountain One-day Vol.", "Hiei Mountain Cross-section Vol.", "Ohara Hase One-day Volcano", etc. Others are collectively called "Kurama·Gion One-day Volcano" issued by various routes.
★ The Eizan Tram Pass Introduction page:Eizan Tram issuance,Issued by Keihan Electric Railway,Other routes issued
There are clear web pages for all kinds of passes, and even a reference route will be provided to show how easy and cheap the pass is.Take Eizan Electric’s self-issued "Eizan Electric One-day Pass", its official website will provide a demonstration route for a day trip and show how much money can be saved, which is a good reference for simple itinerary planning.
To be honest, when planning your itinerary, you can refer to this kind of reference itinerary suggestion and extract what you want.However, if the purpose is to save money, don’t be misled by this preferential method, because this is only suitable for people with extraordinary stamina and good behavior, and the money saved is also limited. Generally, you just want to take good photos and Sightseeing people are usually endless!
For tourists, Eizan Tram has also launched an observation train "きらら", which provides large glass windows and large seats facing the windows. If there are not many passengers and there is a leisurely mood, you may wish to wait at the station. , Select the prospect train to board.
★ Eizan Electric Railway Vision Train Introduction website: "きらら" introduction and timetable
▲ The red and green routes of the station are clearly marked, and there are often cherry blossoms or red leaves dotted with them.
▲ The Eizan Tram has only two cars, which is a low-volume private railway.
▲ Japanese private railways have to be carefully managed, and the painting is quite distinctive.
◎ Reference materials
Eizan Tram official website:http://eizandensha.co.jp/
