Introducing the unknown wonders of deep Kyoto Prefecture.
Dive into untouched nature, unique history, and culture in its four distinctive areas.
New Trip Ideas: See Kyoto’s Seaside
2026.07.31
Notice: Discover Kyoto Tamba with a Convenient 1-Day Pass
2026.06.08
New Trip Ideas: The Prettiest Seasonal Scenery in Kyoto Otokuni Bamboo Grove
2026.08.04
New Trip Ideas: A Day Trip Plan in Uji
2026.08.07
(For Foreign Residents of Kyoto Prefecture Only) We’re Recruiting Creators: Share the Best of Kyoto with the World!
2026.08.03
Inspiration
Discover Kyoto With Us
A Day-Trip Plan in Uji: The Guide to Matcha Sweets, Local Cuisine, and Exploring Byodo-in Temple
2026.08.07
Discover “Woodland Kyoto” with the JAL Hometown Ambassador Kyoto!
2026.08.07
The 100th Anniversary of the Revival of “Ukai on the Uji River”—Discover Uji This Summer!
2026.08.04
In Search of Flowers on Kyoto’s Outskirts! The Prettiest Seasonal Scenery in Kyoto Otokuni Bamboo Grove
2026.08.04
Explore with the Locals! The Best Cherry Blossom & Autumn Leaf Spots Around Kyoto, Plus Helpful Travel Tips
2026.08.01
See Kyoto’s Seaside! A Day Trip Itinerary for Stunning Views in Amanohashidate
2026.07.31
Beyond Arashiyama: A Day Trip to Kyoto’s Other Bamboo Grove
2026.07.28
Charmed by Hydrangeas at Gansenji Temple and Hands-On Experiences in “Teatopia”
2026.06.01
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
Activities
Activities
Matcha Art Experience (Wazukacha Cafe)
Reservations required.
Fruit/Vegetable Picking / Japanese Culture
Activities
Bamboo Basket Weaving: Experience the skills of a certified Kyoto craftsman!
Operating year-round
Crafts / Japanese Culture
Activities
Thatched Village Guided Walk in KYOTO MIYAMA
Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat and Sun throughout the year
Active/Outdoor / Japanese Culture
Activities
Matcha farm Bed & Breakfast (farm-to-table meals and tour included.)
Please inquire.
Fruit/Vegetable Picking / Japanese Culture
Activities
Half-day home visit experience at Akane san’s house
Active/Outdoor / Japanese Culture
Activities
Matcha Making with a Stone Mill (Ujicha Kobo of Fukujuen Uji Kobo)
10:00am - 3:00pm (the last admission)
Closed: available daily, except on closed days (non-scheduled holidays)Japanese Culture
Activities
《Private Bike Tour》E-bike tours in rural Kyoto
Active/Outdoor
Activities
E-bike Picnic in Kyoto Miyama
April - November
Active/Outdoor
Activities
Yoshiwara Tour and Kamaboko Making Experience
Operating year-round
Japanese Culture
Activities
Learn to make your own traditonal wagashi sweets with a professional confectioner (in Komyo-ji Temple)
May 30th, June 6th, July 18th
Japanese Culture
Adventure Tours
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
The Oni Trail Highlight Short
Duration: 3 nights 4 days
Level: Normal
Adventure Tours
Kyoto Miyama Satoyama Stay 3-day Plan
Duration: 2 nights 3 days
Level: Easy
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
Trip Ideas
Trip Ideas
Take a drive to Kyoto by the Sea and a trip to appreciate Miyama’s picturesque scenery.
Time required: Five-day trip
Outdoor
Trip Ideas
Amanohashidate/Ine 2-Day Standard Course
Time required: 2 days
Japanese Culture / Outdoor
Trip Ideas
Tour Hidden Gems in Kameoka by Bicycle
Time required: 1 day
Outdoor
Trip Ideas
Road Trip to Explore the Cherry Blossoms of Southern Kyoto Prefecture
Time required: 1 day
Japanese Culture / 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
Off the beaten path Cherry Blossom viewing spots in KYOTO MIYAMA
Outdoor
Trip Ideas
Exploring Autumn Colors in Kyoto’s Scenic Rakusai Area
Time required: 1 day
Outdoor
Trip Ideas
Travel around the sights: Kyoto City’s suburbs
Time required: Five-day trip
Japanese Culture / Outdoor
Trip Ideas
Riverside Cycling in Yawata, Kyoto
Time required: 1 day
Outdoor
Trip Ideas
Explore Woodland Kyoto’s Gardens
Time required: 1 day
Outdoor
Accommodation
Accommodation
ippenan
Tucked away in the quiet coastal area of Kumihama, where th…
Traditional inns (ryokan)
Accommodation
Kyoto Guest Inn Nagaokakyo
Kyoto Guest Inn Nagaokakyo is conviently located outside of…
Guesthouses
Accommodation
Matabe Thatched B&B
Matabe is a thatched house accommodation providing a tranqu…
Guesthouses / Unique Stays
Accommodation
HOTEL KITANOYA
Amanohashidate Onsen and every guest room offer serene view…
Traditional inns (ryokan)
Accommodation
Ayabe Onsen
Ayabe Onsen Nio-no-yu, surrounded by the nature of Kanbayas…
Traditional inns (ryokan)
Accommodation
KISSUIEN Stay&Food
Plaza Hotel Kissuien is an afforable hotel, well-placed in …
Hotels
Accommodation
Kaya Yamanoie
We are located in Tango in northern Kyoto, surrounded by th…
Unique Stays
Accommodation
Kumihama Onsen Yumotokan
Located in the north of the Kinki region, Kumihama Onsen Yu…
Traditional inns (ryokan)
Accommodation
Kasyouen
Kashoen combines the charm of a traditional Japanese ryokan…
Hotels
Accommodation
HOTEL＆KOTEI SOKA
Located approximately 2.5 hours by car from Kyoto and Osaka…
Hotels
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: A Day Trip Plan in Uji
Kyoto Otokuni Bamboo Grove2026.08.04New Trip Ideas: The Prettiest Seasonal Scenery in Kyoto Otokuni Bamboo Grove
News2026.08.03(For Foreign Residents of Kyoto Prefecture Only) We’re Recruiting Creators: Share the Best of Kyoto with the World!
News2026.08.01New Trip Ideas: The Best Cherry Blossom & Autumn Leaf Spots Around Kyoto
Kyoto by the Sea2026.07.31New Trip Ideas: See Kyoto’s Seaside
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Find your way from major cities to the depths of Kyoto.
