Travel for Life

Gioji Temple Based on Japan National Tourism Organization 's (JNTO) publication— Kyoto Walks , it says that, in Kyoto, the best surprises are reserved for those who are willing to walk. Among those recommended routes, it includes Arashiyama Area  ⭐⭐ On 11/29/2016, I have visited Arashiyama  (嵐山) and mainly in Sagano Area . Togetsukyo Bridge The Togetsukyo Bridge (lit. " Moon Crossing Bridge ") is Arashiyama's most iconic landmark. The bridge is notable for its views of cherry blossoms  in a riverside park and autumn colors on the slopes of Arashiyama . When I visited, the autumn colors on the forested mountainside were not as brilliant as I had hoped. I must have missed the peak autumn colors by a week or two . Video 1.   Visiting Arashiyama (嵐山) in Kyoto (YouTube link ) Sagano Area The area north of the Togetsukyo Bridge (see above map; click to enlarge) is also known as Sagano , which encloses all points of interest described below....