Enjoy northern Kyoto’s resort

Half-day trip to Kurama and Kibune, including riverbed cuisine in cool, refreshing atmosphere

During Japan’s Heian Period (794 to 1185), in summer and autumn the aristocracy enjoyed getaways in the placid, natural setting around Kuramadera Temple. This plan takes you on a walk from Kuramadera to Kibune, taking a mountain road that was used for ascetic training by the renowned warlord Minamoto no Yoshitsune. At Kifune-jinja Shrine, dedicated to the god of water, visitors can get a unique type of fortune written on paper that reveals its message when dipped in water. Popular with both Japanese and foreign visitors alike is enjoying a deluxe lunch set on a deck built over the river.

Category
Difficulty	★★★ (2 km walk on mountain road)
Rarity	★★
Area	Kyoto
Recommended season	summer / autumn / winter
Equipment	Walking shoes
No. of participants	2-5
Guide interpreter fee	Half day 15,000yen for guide interpreter (includes tax) plus personal expenses Note: Personal expenses will vary depending on the number of participants. Note: Use the messaging function to arrange a meeting place.
Details	• Meeting place: Demachiyanagi Station, Keihan Main Line < Estimate of personal expenses > • Kuramadera admission: 300 yen • Lunch: 7,000 to 10,000 yen • Train fare: 1,000 yen