The cherry blossom season is coming soon.
There are many spots called cherry blossom spots in Kyoto.
It is famous for its temples and shrine gardens, Maruyama Park, Philosophy Road, and Yodogawa Riverbed.
Here are two spots to look at while riding the train.
The first is the “Sagano Torokko Train,” which runs from Torokko Saga Station through Arashiyama and Hozukyo to Torokko Kameoka Station.
Arashiyama is also one of the famous cherry blossom spots, but when you pass there, the cherry blossoms in full bloom continue along the railroad tracks.
Kyoto where you can feel the valley and the cherry blossoms within reach.
It is a spot where you can feel the arrival of spring even if it is not in full bloom.
The second place is the cherry blossom tunnel on the Keifuku Electric Railroad Randen Line (commonly known as Randen).
Approximately 80 cherry blossoms bloom on the side of the railroad track over 200m and dust.
History of Randen It has been popular since its opening in 1910.
It would be good to see the cherry blossoms from the train window and go to Arashiyama.
Sagano trolley train
It will travel 7.3km one way at 25km / h and will take about 25 minutes.
Autumn leaves and cherry blossoms bloom along the line in spring, and there are many things to see.
basic information
Ride fare: General (one way) Adults 630 yen, Children 320 yen
Please check the website for group discounts and disability discounts.
Access: JR San-in Main Line (Sagano Line) Get off at “Saga Arashiyama Station” and walk for about 5 minutes
Approximately 5 minutes on foot from Randen (Keifuku Electric Railroad) “Randen Saga Station”
About 20 minutes on foot from “Arashiyama Station” on the Hankyu Arashiyama Line
Please check the website for access to Arashiyama Station and Torokko Kameoka Station.
Sagano trolley train official website
Keifuku Electric Railroad (Randen)
The Keifuku Electric Railway Arashiyama Line, which runs from Shijo Omiya in Kyoto to Uzumasa, where the movie village is located, to Arashiyama, has long been known as Randen.
basic information
Ride fee: General (one way) 220 yen for adults, 110 yen for children
Please check the website for group discounts and disability discounts.
Access: Get off at “Shijo Omiya Station” on the Hankyu Kyoto Line and walk for about 3 minutes.
Randen official website
It might be a good idea to take Raiden to Arashiyama, change to the Sagano Sightseeing Train from Arashiyama, and enjoy the cherry blossoms.
Before going out, please check the latest information on the official website before going out.
