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  If you're visiting Arashiyama, you don't want to miss sea bream tofu, a famous dish offered by Takenoya. Enjoy smooth boiled tofu from Saga's famous Morika shop topped with a whole broiled sea bream seasoned in salt. This incredible dish is good to the last savory drop!

  Takenoya
  26-1 Sagashakadomonzenurayanagi-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto
  Phone: 075-871-2543
  Hours: 11:30 am to 6:00 pm
  Closed: Thursdays
  Location: About 25 minutes on foot (about 2 km) to the northwest of Arashiyama Station

  

  

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  The Zen temple Tenryu-ji was founded at the site of the emperor Go-Saga's Kameyama Imperial Villa by Muso Soseki so that Ashikaga Takauji could comfort the spirit of the emperor Go-Daigo. Don't miss the temple's stroll-style garden with a pond that shows off the beauty of the four seasons against the backdrop of Arashiyama and Kameyama.

  Tenryu-ji Temple
  68 Sagatenryujisusukinobaba-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto
  Phone: 075-881-1235
  Hours: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
  Closed: None
  Admission: Garden \500 (additional ¥100 to visit other halls; ¥500 to visit the Teaching Hall)
  Location: About 12 minutes on foot (about 1 km) to the north of Arashiyama Station

  

  

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  Straight-growing bamboo grows along an elegant walking trail that extends about 100 meters from the north side of Tenryu-ji Temple to the vicinity of the Okochi Mountain Villa. Feel the fatigue of walking slip away as you refresh your body and soul with a leisurely stroll along this cool, refreshing bamboo trail.

  Bamboo Grove Road
  Location: About 20 minutes on foot (about 1.5 km) to the northwest of Arashiyama Station

  

  

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  Arashiyama Silk Crepe Workshop sells items made using silk crepe, which has a distinctive texture that is beautifully uneven. You'll find a wide variety of products, ranging from traditional objects to unique miniature creations. Silk crepe articles are quintessential Kyoto items and make great gifts for family and friends.

  Arashiyama Silk Crepe Workshop, Arashiyama Main Store
  19-2 Sagatenryujitsukurimichi-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto
  Phone: 075-862-6332
  Hours: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  Closed: Varies
  Location: About 13 minutes on foot (about 1 km) to the north of Arashiyama Station

  

  

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  Located just to the north of Togetsukyo Bridge, Kotokikityaya Authentic Cherry Mochi is a popular spot for taking a break to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Arashiyama. The shop's cherry mochi, which is still made by hand using traditional methods, is remarkable for a refreshing flavor that's not too sweet. You can also enjoy powdered green tea with your cherry mochi at the adjoining Sakura teahouse.

  Kotokikityaya Authentic Cherry Mochi
  1-1 Sagatenryujisusukinobaba-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto
  Phone: 075-861-0184
  Hours: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
  Closed: Thursdays (when Thursday is a public holiday, closed on Wednesday)
  Location: About 10 minutes on foot (about 750 m) to the north of Arashiyama Station

  

  

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  As an Arashiyama "beginner," you'll want to save beautiful Togetsukyo ("moon crossing") Bridge for last. Tradition holds that the bridge was named by the retired emperor Kameyama for the way the moon appears to pass over it. For a stretch of river extending 200 meters upstream and downstream from the bridge, the waterway is known as the Oi River. Further upstream, it becomes the Hozu River; further downstream, the Katsura River.

  Togetsukyo Bridge
  Sagatenryujisusukinobaba-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto
  Location: About 8 minutes on foot (about 600 m) to the north of Arashiyama Station

  

  

Inquire directly to the various spots mentioned here in regards to the temples, shrines, shops and facilities.