Arashiyama Bamboo Forest: Rickshaw Exploration and Photo Opportunities in Kyoto

Experience the beauty of Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto through a unique rickshaw exploration. Capture stunning photos and immerse yourself in the lush green surroundings.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Bamboo Forest Street - Get off the rickshaw and walk to the most famous part of the bamboo forest which can not be accessed by rickshaw. The walk includes going up and down a steep slope.
  • Nonomiya Shrine - Shinto shrine nestled in the bamboo forest.
  • Bamboo Forest Street - Pass through the bamboo grove for great pictures
  • **Ebisuya…
What's Included
  • Use of rickshaw
  • Gratuities
  • All fees and taxes
What's Not Included
  • Admission fees for temples and shrines
  • transportation to and from meeting place
Additional Information

This excursion takes you through all areas of the bamboo jungle - by the means of rickshaw and by foot!
Our first halt, after traversing the vibrant main street, is the bamboo jungle itself. Admire the rich green bamboo while your guide maneuvers you along the rickshaw-only pathway, devoid of any other tourists. Ensure your cameras or mobile phones are…

Location
1-1 Sagatenryūji Susukinobabachō
Finishing location can be customized. Communicated with us via email or talk directly to your guide.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Scenic61124881143
Jun 7, 2025
I'm from Miyazaki. - On the last day of Kyoto, I got off at Saga-Arashiyama Station by mistake, and thought I would go back to my destination, but I called a taxi with the app, saying, "Let's go! Arashiyama is nearby." A rickshaw where you got out of the taxi!!! I gotta get on this. So I approached the rickshaw man. I was glad to hear that Shota Kono, who was in charge of the event, was from Miyazaki (although I am from Nobeoka, Miyazaki). If I'd gotten off at Uzumasa station then, I might not have met you. Mr. Kono showed me a photo book of his recommendation (Ai Takahashi) and took me to the place. Shota Kono, thank you for a happy dream time 😊 We hope to see you again!! If I could turn back the clock, I would go back to this day.
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Korrik2025
Jun 7, 2025
SAKU rickshaw beast - What an amazing experience out guide SAKU was amazing seeing as I’m 6’4 290 With my wife and baby, he was a great guide and had a lot of knowledge
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Bee
Jun 6, 2025
Great ride with Shin, the Rickshaw Guide! - We had a rickshaw ride from the river up into the bamboo forest with our driver Shin. He was great! We didn't expect to get so much information about the area and the bamboo forest - quite without prompting he started us to be a top guide. Although it was very hot and the good man pulled two people in a slight sprint uphill, his manner was humorous and modest. Mega guys and girls who pulled these Rickschaws, everyone waved and said hello as they walked by. Shin stopped with us at two photo spots. Believe me when I tell you, this young man takes pictures like no other. And with every cell phone he gets his hands on. Highly recommended!
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Leanne_m
Jun 3, 2025
Amazing - We had an amazing driver. He was fantastic informative friendly and a great photographer . Loved every minute of our experience would come back and do it again for sure..
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Passport26822134086
May 31, 2025
Touching Encounter - It started when I felt the gaze and my eyes met. Mr. A, the guide, was such a person that I didn't think we'd met for the first time. ArashiyamaThank you for all the great encounters and memories of my first visit.
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Tamaracr5879hj
May 30, 2025
Highly recommended!! - A highly recommended experience, you see the forest in a different way and the guys are super friendly. During the tour you get spectacular photos. In my case, I did it with my mother and Lucas took us; a boy charm!! Very laughing and made our ride very enjoyable! Greetings from Spain.
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Lbi3005
May 29, 2025
Great Bamboo Forest Experience - This was a wonderful experience. We got there early and the driver was waiting for us. He was very friendly, knowledgeable, and fun to be with. The ride through the Bamboo Forest was amazing. Our guide took some beautiful pictures of us. Riding through the forest was great because the rickshaws go on a separate, less crowded path.
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Safari27582014079
May 29, 2025
The course and the person in charge were really good! - The course was great, but the staff were very responsive and I was happy with the hour. I will use it again next time. Thank you very much.
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Howareyou26
May 29, 2025
Highly recommended! - A very lovely tour with our Rickshaw guide KA HE. He was very professional and experience. We enjoyed the 70mins tour which includes a private route in the Bamboo forest without the crowd. He also shared and told us interesting places and stories of Arashiyama which was very much appreciated. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone who visit this place! Many thanks to KA HE for the wonderful day and the lovely pictures you took for us. We will definitely use Ebisuya again 👍🏻
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Andreb225
May 31, 2025
Beautiful forest near Kyoto - The Forest is located on the outskirts of Kyoto. During your visit, take the time to walk along all the paths that run through the site. Stop at the castle in its center, it is cheap and worth it. The forest is dense and suitable for photographs. Be careful, get here early or there are too many people.
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From $89
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).