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Seek out some of the best autumn foliage in the temples of Kyoto Prefecture
The perfect course to get away from it all and discover the enchanting variety of colors of autumn foliage in Kyoto. This course will take you through some of the shrines and temples in Kyoto's Tea Country and Woodland regions with some of the most spectacular displays of colorful leaves. On day two, enjoy a charming ride through the valley on the Sagano Romantic Train to one of Kyoto's famous autumn sights in Arashiyama.
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Soak up Kyoto’s onsen and savor its culinary riches
The perfect one-day course for onsen lovers (plus some local delicacies)! Start your trip from Kinosaki Onsen in Hyogo Prefecture, and take a rental car east to coastal Kyoto to start the day with some exquisite, fresh seafood at Tore Tore Center. From there, it's time to enjoy some of the incredible onsen that Kyoto Prefecture has to offer. Taste local specialty chicken at the dining facilities at Ayabe Onsen, and in the evening, you can relax and enjoy the soothing hot spring waters of Yu-no-Hana Onsen to your heart's content.
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Enjoy a family day filled with nature and Japanese culture!
This one-day course begins in Nagoya, a city famous for its historical castle. After you've enjoyed exploring this castle town, head out the next day for this one-day trip through some of the rich natural beauty, history, and family-friendly cultural spots of Kyoto Prefecture. Once you've arrived in Kyoto, you can rent a car to most easily move your family from one spot to another. But after a car ride, the kids especially might want to stretch their legs. First stop for this: Kyoto Tamba Park, which even includes playgrounds, pools, and waterslides! Next, its on to Fukuchiyama Castle, to experience a bit of local history, and then to the Japan Oni Cultural Museum for a fun look at Japan's traditional monsters, or "oni." Finally, you can end the day watching the sunset and playing at the beautiful Hamazume Yuhigaura beach.
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A Different Side of Kyoto: 8 Local Dishes That Shouldn’t Be Missed
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A Different Side of Kyoto: 8 Lodgings with Unique Activities
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Traditional Culture and Nature! A Three-Day Trip to Woodland Kyoto
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Idyllic Scenery and Traditional Crafts: 10 Destinations in Kyoto’s Mountainside
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Travel around the sights: Kyoto City’s suburbs
The suburbs of Kyoto with its own history, historical landmarks, scenery, and specialties nurtured by different climates has a different look and feel from the main city. Luckily, it is just a quick hop out of Kyoto City. Here's a course that makes efficient use of public transportation as you tour around everything from streets that still have an ancient feel to them to famous tourist spots popular with people from all over the world and power spots where you can get in touch with nature.
Take the Kansai Airport Express Haruka from Kansai International Airport to Kyoto.
By train (Kansai Airport Express Haruka (JR Kansai Airport Line) to Kyoto): 1 hr 20 mins
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Travel around famous spots in “Kyoto by the Sea” and “Woodland Kyoto” by train
This course will take you by train around northern Kyoto, where you can enjoy beautiful views of Kyoto by the Sea and delicious dishes from the Japan Sea. The scenic views of Amanohashidate, one of Japan's three most famous scenic views, and the funaya boat houses of Ine are not to be missed. Unwind from your travels at a hot spring spa in Amanohashidate. In "Woodland Kyoto," take a tour of Fukuchiyama Castle, built by the famous Japanese warrior Akechi Mitsuhide. Enjoy beautiful views on the Hozugawa River boat ride from Kameoka as you wend your way to Arashiyama in Kyoto. Arashiyama is Kyoto's archetypal spot for beautiful views of the ever-changing seasons.
Take the Kansai Airport Express Haruka from Kansai International Airport to Kyoto, where you'll transfer for the Maizuru Limited Express train bound for Higashi Maizuru.
By Kansai Airport Express Haruka (JR Kansai Airport Line)/Maizuru Limited Express (JR San'in Line): 3 hrs 30 mins
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JR Kameoka Station North Exit Port
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JR Umahori Station Port
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