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Sagano Romantic train runs through four stations along the Sagano Scenic Railway, and each station offers calming, Kyoto-style locales full of natural beauty and historic significance.You'll also see vistas worthy of magazines and films.
Saga torokko station is a perfect base for exploring the scenic Saga-Arashiyama area of Kyoto.Inside the station, you'll find 19th Century Hall and Diorama Kyoto Japan; also be sure to visit the rent-a-cycle shop to further explore Saga and Arashiyama!
There are so many things to see, you may not get it all done in one day: Togetsukyo Bridge, Tenryu-ji Temple, Rakushisha Poet's Hut, Nonomiya Shrine, Okochi Sanso Villa, Adashino Nenbutsu-ji Temple, and more.Enjoy Arashiyama, one of Japan's most famous and scenic neighborhoods.
*If you plan to visit the bamboo forest and you are arriving from the Kameoka area, Arashiyama Station is most convenient.
There are so many things to see, you may not get it all done in one day: Togetsukyo Bridge, Tenryu-ji Temple, Rakushisha Poet's Hut, Nonomiya Shrine, Okochi Sanso Villa, Adashino Nenbutsu-ji Temple, and more.Enjoy Arashiyama, one of Japan's most famous and scenic neighborhoods.
*If you plan to visit the bamboo forest and you are arriving from the Kameoka area, Arashiyama Station is most convenient.
Saga/Arashiyama Map
The Hozukyo ravine carved out by the Hozugawa River is one of Kyoto's most famous natural wonders.Exit the station and you'll find yourself face-to-face with a footbridge (the Ukaibashi Bridge) crossing the ravine.Cross the Ukaibashi and follow the one-kilometer path to JR Hozukyo Station for a scenic hiking detour.Continue a little further and you'll arrive at the village of Mizuo, famous for its yuzu citrus fruit.
Kameoka Station is located in the town of Kameoka, known as the residence of Warring-States-era samurai Akechi Mitsuhide. The area thrived as a castle town at the foot of Kameyama Castle.The famous incident at Honno-ji Temple, where Oda Nobunaga was forced to commit suicide at the hands of Akechi Mitsuhide, was said to have started with Akechi's departure from Kameoka.
The town is full of fun activities and opportunities, such as the Yunohana onsen resort, rafting excursions, scenic carriage rides, and the Hozugawa River Boat Ride, where passengers can enjoy the ravine from the river.(Please refer to the external links below.)
The town is full of fun activities and opportunities, such as the Yunohana onsen resort, rafting excursions, scenic carriage rides, and the Hozugawa River Boat Ride, where passengers can enjoy the ravine from the river.(Please refer to the external links below.)
Kameoka Walking/Cycling Map
Hozugawa River Boat boarding Tickets
Adults ¥4,500
Children ¥3,000(4 years through elementary school)
Ticketing:Saga torokko station
Time Required:From Kameoka to Arashiyama,
approx. 1.5-2 hours
Children ¥3,000(4 years through elementary school)
Ticketing:Saga torokko station
Time Required:From Kameoka to Arashiyama,
approx. 1.5-2 hours
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If you will be riding the Sagano Romantic train, please purchase your ticket first.
(Please purchase your Sagano Romantic train tickets after carefully consulting Hozugawa River Boat Ride schedules.)
(Please purchase your Sagano Romantic train tickets after carefully consulting Hozugawa River Boat Ride schedules.)
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Visitors using JR trains can also buy a boat ticket.
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For details, please visit the Hozugawa River Boat Ride website.
Access from Kameoka torokko station to Hozugawa River Boat Ride boarding.
Taxi Reservation
1 car, up to 4 passengers ¥1,400
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The above price is the same regardless of the age of the passengers.Infants are also considered passengers.
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Taxi reservations at Torokko stations are only available for same-day services.
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We recommend reserving before boarding the Sagano Romantic train.
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There are no taxis stationed at Kameoka torokko station.
Local bus (Keihan Kyoto Kotsu)
Adults ¥310(Junior High Schoolers and up)
Children ¥160(Elementary Schoolers)
Ticketing:Saga torokko station
Time Required:Approx. 15 min.(Depending on traffic)
Children ¥160(Elementary Schoolers)
Ticketing:Saga torokko station
Time Required:Approx. 15 min.(Depending on traffic)
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For details, please visit the Keihan Kyoto Kotsu website.
Kyobasha Carriage Tickets
Adults ¥1,200
Children ¥600
Ticketing:Saga torokko station
Time Required:Approx. 25 min.
(The route goes from Kameoka torokko station to the Hozugawa River Boat Ride boarding site.)
◆Excursion Ticket: 1 person ¥600
(The route starts at Kameoka torokko station and heads toward the Hozugawa River Boat Ride boarding site, making a U-turn at the halfway point and heading back to the station.)
Ticketing:Saga torokko station
Time Required:Approx. 20 min
Children ¥600
Ticketing:Saga torokko station
Time Required:Approx. 25 min.
(The route goes from Kameoka torokko station to the Hozugawa River Boat Ride boarding site.)
◆Excursion Ticket: 1 person ¥600
(The route starts at Kameoka torokko station and heads toward the Hozugawa River Boat Ride boarding site, making a U-turn at the halfway point and heading back to the station.)
Ticketing:Saga torokko station
Time Required:Approx. 20 min
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For details, please visit the Kyobasha Carriage website.
Hozugawa Yusen Sightseeing Boat Association
