Introducing the unknown wonders of deep Kyoto Prefecture.
Dive into untouched nature, unique history, and culture in its four distinctive areas.
New Trip Ideas: The Ultimate Winter Escape in Kyoto for Taiza Crab, Ryokan, & Onsen
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New Trip Ideas: Goshuin Hunting in Early Summer Among Green Maples & Hydrangeas
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Kyoto Tea Country & Iga Ninjas’ Birthplace with Kansai area 1 day pass
2025.12.26
New Trip Ideas: Kyoto Prefecture Cherry Blossom Guide 2026: Latest Updates & 3 Hidden Gems
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Inspiration
Discover Kyoto With Us
Magic in Uji: A Journey of Flowers and Flavors
2026.04.16
Chasing Fall Colors: Seasonal Goshuin Hunting in Kyoto’s Nishiyama Area
2026.03.13
Goshuin Hunting in Early Summer Among Green Maples & Hydrangeas
2026.03.11
Kyoto Prefecture Cherry Blossom Guide 2026: Latest Updates & 3 Hidden Gems (Updated Regularly)
2026.03.11
Where the Earth Meets the Sun: Experience Kyotanabe’s Yellow Spring
2026.03.06
A Fantastic Road Trip: Ujitawara to Wazuka via Jubuzan Tunnel
2026.02.19
5 Unique Stays and the Warm Hospitality of Their Owners in Woodland Kyoto
2026.02.06
A Journey to De-Stress with the Scents and Flavors of Woodland Kyoto
2026.02.03
Let’s Go Strawberry Picking in Kyoto Tea Country!
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The Ultimate Winter Escape in Kyoto for Taiza Crab, Ryokan, & Onsen
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Activities

Activities

《Private Taxi Tour》Miyama Day Trip – Discover the Thatched Village & Local Cuisine
Active/Outdoor / Japanese Culture

Activities

Thatched Village Guided Walk in KYOTO MIYAMA
Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat and Sun throughout the year
Active/Outdoor / Japanese Culture

Activities

Fukujuen CHA Experience Park
January-December
Japanese Culture

Activities

Half-day home visit experience at Kenji san’s house
Active/Outdoor / Japanese Culture

Activities

Learn the Etiquette of Japanese Tea Ceremonies (at Taiho-an)
10:00am - 4:00pm
Closed: Decemebr 21 - January 9Japanese Culture

Activities

Tango Chirimen Kimono Experience
Operating year-round
Japanese Culture

Activities

Thatched Village Guided Walk – English
Active/Outdoor / Japanese Culture

Activities


Japanese Washi Paper Label-Making
June - November
Crafts / Japanese Culture

Activities

E-bike Picnic in Miyama
Available in spring, summer and autumn
Everyday except Wed. or Thurs. from April to November 2025Active/Outdoor / Japanese Culture

Activities

Matcha Art Experience (Wazukacha Cafe)
Reservations required.
Fruit/Vegetable Picking / Japanese Culture
Adventure Tours

Adventure Tours


The Oni Trail Highlight Short
Duration: 3 nights 4 days
Level: Normal

Adventure Tours


Escorted Cycling Tour Road to Kyoto
Duration: 4 nights 5 days
Level: Normal

Adventure Tours


Escorted Cycling Tour Kyoto to the Sea
Duration: 4 nights 5 days
Level: Normal

Adventure Tours

Kyoto by the Sea E-bike Tour (Escorted)
Duration: 3 days / 4 days / 5 days
Level: Easy

Adventure Tours

Kyoto by the Sea E-bike Tour (Self Guided & Short Guide)
Duration: 3 days / 4 days / 5 days
Level: Easy

Adventure Tours


The Oni Trail
Duration: 8 nights 9 days
Level: Normal

Adventure Tours

Kyoto Miyama Satoyama Stay 3-day Plan
Duration: 2 nights 3 days
Level: Easy
Trip Ideas

Trip Ideas

Exploring Autumn Colors in Kyoto’s Scenic Rakusai Area
Time required: 1 day
Outdoor

Trip Ideas

Discover Kyoto’s Otokuni Area: A Drive Through History, from Buddhist Statues to Stunning Architecture
Time required: 1 day
Japanese Culture

Trip Ideas

Take a Drive Around Famous Spots in Kyoto Infused with Tea
Time required: Five-day trip
Outdoor

Trip Ideas

One-Day Uji Tour to Enjoy Uji Tea and World Heritage Sites
Time required: 1 day
Japanese Culture / Outdoor

Trip Ideas

Riverside Cycling in Yawata, Kyoto
Time required: 1 day
Outdoor

Trip Ideas

Experience Japanese Traditions, Culture, and Cuisine at Nagaoka Tenmangu Shrine
Time required: 1 day
Japanese Culture

Trip Ideas


Road Trip to Explore the Cherry Blossoms of Southern Kyoto Prefecture
Time required: 1 day
Japanese Culture / Outdoor

Trip Ideas

Ume Plums and Figs♪ Searching for Local Sweets and Sake in Kyoto Tea Country
Time required: 1 hour
Japanese Culture

Trip Ideas

Enjoy the Nagaokakyo streets to Komyoji Temple that only the locals know
Time required: 1 day
Japanese Culture / Outdoor

Trip Ideas

Tour Hidden Gems in Kameoka by Bicycle
Time required: 1 day
Outdoor
Accommodation

Accommodation

Hanare Ninoumi
Hanare Ninoumi is made up of three buildings, "Okyo," "Baig…
Hotels

Accommodation

B&B Harimaya
Nestled in the upper reaches of Miyamas valleys this is the…
Guesthouses

Accommodation

Farmhouse NaNa
This is a place where you can experience traditional countr…
Guesthouses

Accommodation

Miyama Nature & Culture Village Kajikaso Inn – Main
The ancient village of Miyama in northern Kyoto is located …
Unique Stays

Accommodation

Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Kyotamba
The Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Kyotamba is located just ne…
Hotels

Accommodation

Blodge Lodge
Blodge Lodge is recommended for you if you:
- Want t…Guesthouses

Accommodation

HOTEL&KOTEI SOKA
Located approximately 2.5 hours by car from Kyoto and Osaka…
Hotels

Accommodation

Casa Miyama
Casa Miyama is a 110 year-old thatched roof country home in…
Unique Stays

Accommodation

Tautasya
Tautasya grow all the rice and vegetables served at their c…
Guesthouses / Unique Stays

Accommodation

Ryotei KAI
A Sanctuary of Silence and Essence
A three-story woo…Traditional inns (ryokan)
Sightseeing Spots
Explore Kyoto, from the tea fields to the seaside
We've divided the subtle charms of Kyoto Prefecture into four areas. From Kyoto by the Sea in the north to Kyoto Tea Country in the south, each area is unique and filled with different sights.
Plan Your Trip
All the tools to put your adventure together
We've put together a handy guide with all you need to find the perfect place to stay across Kyoto, be it modern or traditional, as well as restaurants to suit every palate, and a guide to local goods and souvenirs.
Discover Another Kyoto
Experience tradition and
culture amongst magnificent nature
The streets of Kyoto, which are deeply influenced by traditional Japanese culture. The seas, in which Japan's oldest legends are still alive, and the mountains that are the origins of the Japanese people. Beyond the city, Kyoto Prefecture stretches north through the forest to the sea. Come experience all the charms that Kyoto has to offer for yourself, and discover a Kyoto you never knew.
News
New Trip Ideas: Chasing Fall Colors: Seasonal Goshuin Hunting in Kyoto’s Nishiyama Area
Kyoto Otokuni Bamboo Grove2026.03.11New Trip Ideas: Goshuin Hunting in Early Summer Among Green Maples & Hydrangeas
News2026.03.11New Trip Ideas: Kyoto Prefecture Cherry Blossom Guide 2026: Latest Updates & 3 Hidden Gems
Woodland Kyoto2026.02.06New Trip Ideas: 5 Unique Stays and the Warm Hospitality of Their Owners in Woodland Kyoto
Woodland Kyoto2026.02.03New Trip Ideas: A Journey to De-Stress with the Scents and Flavors of Woodland Kyoto
Access
Find your way from major cities to the depths of Kyoto.
