What's Arashiyama Like?

In Arashiyama, you can easily get to the riverfront. Take time to enjoy the neighborhood's rich culture. Learn about local heritage at landmarks like Togetsukyo Bridge and Hogonin Temple. There's plenty more to see, including Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum and Daikakuji Temple.

Where are the Best Places to Stay in Arashiyama?

We have 32 accommodations in the neighborhood. Here are some of our travelers' top places to stay in Arashiyama:

Ryotei Rangetsu

Riverfront ryokan

• • Free parking • Free WiFi • Garden • Central location

First Cabin Kyoto Arashiyama

2.5-star capsule hotel with bar

• • Free WiFi • Terrace • 24-hour front desk • Snack bar • Central location

Mulan Hostel

2-star hostel with bar

• • Free WiFi • Terrace • Garden

The GrandWest Arashiyama

Family-friendly hotel with restaurant, bar

• • Free WiFi • Café • Garden • Spacious rooms

HOTEL ARASHIYAMA

Comfortable guestrooms with soaking bathtubs

• • Free parking • Free WiFi • Terrace • Attentive staff

How to Get to Arashiyama

Arashiyama is located 5 mi (8 km) from the heart of Kyoto.

Flying to:

• • Itami Airport (ITM), 21 mi (33.7 km) from Arashiyama

Traveling to Arashiyama by Train

You'll find the following train stations in the neighborhood:

• • Torokko Saga Station
• • Randen-saga Station
• • Rokuoin Station

Getting to Arashiyama on Metro

Stations in the neighborhood include:

• • Saga-Arashiyama Station
• • Torokko Arashiyama Station

Things to See and Do in and around Arashiyama

What to See in Arashiyama

• • Daikakuji Temple
• • Bamboo Forest Street
• • Tenryuji Temple
• • Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
• • Togetsukyo Bridge

Things to Do in Arashiyama

• • Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum
• • Okochi Sanso
• • Shigureden

Other Popular Arashiyama Attractions

• • Kurumazaki Shrine
• • Hogonin Temple
• • Jojakkoji Temple
• • Nison-in Temple
• • Horin-ji Temple

When Is the Best Time to Visit Kyoto?

• • Hottest months: August, July, September, June (average 78°F)
• • Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 44°F)
• • Rainiest months: July, June, August, May (average 4 inches of rainfall)