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
Come to our main rickshaw stand located on the sidewalk along the river, a few meters West from the North-West end of the Togetsukyo Bridge. Let us know in advance if you need directions.
Cancellation Policy

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

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820narellec
Apr 19, 2026
An adventure not to be missed - Wonderful experience worth every cent.
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Suzeq44
Apr 11, 2026
Trip highlight! - This was one of the highlights of our trip. Our driver was amazing - friendly, informative and took great care of us. This was a great way to see the sights.
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Maps41671785505
Apr 2, 2026
The driver is enthusiastic to introduce the sights, and can also help to take photos. The experience process is comfortable and smooth, very special experience - The driver is enthusiastic to explain the attractions, and can also help to take photos Experience process is comfortable and smooth, very special experience
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Tania_m
Mar 31, 2026
Fantastic Rickshaw Experience - My friend and I were visiting from Hawaii and had Shun as our guide. The tour itself was amazing - we were taken on private paths within the forest, along with less crowded areas in the neighborhood. Shun was incredible- so kind, fun and patiently took great photos of us. He was a bonus to an already great time. Highly recommend :)
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Alayne_m
Mar 29, 2026
Best Rickshaw experience - Absolute must do! Really enjoyed the peace of the rickshaw , our guide Yuya was fantastic. Highly recommend you do this experience. Worth every cent!
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F7531qdmelindaa
Mar 27, 2026
Ask for Lucas! - What an amazing experience. This was our first time doing a rickshaw tour so we had no idea what to expect. Lucas took care of us every step of the way and was so friendly and engaging. We saw many unique shrines with special stories that Lucas told us, and took special paths through the bamboo forest that were uncrowded which felt so quiet and calm. We learned a ton and Lucas was so engaging, asking fun questions, very interactive. This was much better than I expected and it was all down to Lucas's charisma and incredible strength! Everyone should do a rickshaw tour if they can 😊
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Explore13858975364
Mar 25, 2026
Lovely meeting in Arashiyama in spring! - Thank you, Iso. I came to Arashiyama for sightseeing from Chiba Prefecture. There, I met Iso-chan, who is also from Chiba Prefecture, and I was able to tour Arashiyama with a refreshing smile and a rickshaw with a careful explanation. Here and there, I could see him speaking in English and Korean with tourists from other countries, and I thought, "You're studying so hard!" I was impressed. I'm also looking forward to riding Iso's rickshaw, which has grown even more, next time I come. Take care of yourself and do your best!
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Barbara_m
Mar 22, 2026
Rickshaw with shota - This was so good we had 70 mins with shota as our rickshaw runner, he was fantastic and very informative. Don’t know how they do this all day, they are amazing
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Starr_o
Mar 17, 2026
A great time for all - A wonderful ride around one of the most beautiful parts of Kyoto. Our drivers, Yoshi and Lucas, gave us history about what we were seeing as well as suggestions to eat. We ended up trying dipping noodles on Lucas’ suggestion. Yummy! Yoshi took the best photos! Highly recommend a tour w them. The O’Neals from Texas! 🙂
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Pam_p
Mar 15, 2026
Beautiful bamboo and tour experience - Great experience and our tour guide Shota-Kauono was very informative. The bamboo forest was something I had never seen and our guide made it special.
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From $82
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).