Jog through Kyoto’s bamboo forests and temples with a local guide. Discover hidden gems and history on this unique, flexible-paced running tour.
Jog through Kyoto’s bamboo forests and temples with a local guide. Discover hidden gems and history on this unique, flexible-paced running tour.
- Togetsukyo Bridge - Cross the Katsura River on a historic landmark of Arashiyama’s past.
- Nonomiya Shrine - Explore a historic shrine featured in Murasaki Shikibu’s works, significant to imperial princesses.
- The Bamboo Forest Trail - Walk through the renowned bamboo forest, offering an unforgettable experience.
- **Otagi Nenbutsu-ji…
- Togetsukyo Bridge - Cross the Katsura River on a historic landmark of Arashiyama’s past.
- Nonomiya Shrine - Explore a historic shrine featured in Murasaki Shikibu’s works, significant to imperial princesses.
- The Bamboo Forest Trail - Walk through the renowned bamboo forest, offering an unforgettable experience.
- Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple - Be transported to this enchanting shrine with hundreds of unique statues.
- Tenryuji Temple - Discover the Sogenchi gardens at Tenryuji Temple, the main temple in the Arashiyama region.
- Monkey Park Iwatayama - Enjoy a scenic hike and breathtaking views of Kyoto at Iwatayama Monkey Park, where over 120 wild Japanese macaques roam freely, providing a delightful experience for the whole family.

- All Fees and Taxes
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lunch
- Lunch
Unlike standard walking tours, this Arashiyama running tour caters to those eager to explore Kyoto while maintaining an active lifestyle. Rather than leisurely strolling through crowded tourist areas, participants will jog through bamboo groves, temple pathways, and riverside trails, experiencing the region in a way that most visitors do not.
This is not…
Unlike standard walking tours, this Arashiyama running tour caters to those eager to explore Kyoto while maintaining an active lifestyle. Rather than leisurely strolling through crowded tourist areas, participants will jog through bamboo groves, temple pathways, and riverside trails, experiencing the region in a way that most visitors do not.
This is not an intense run; it is a scenic, adaptable-paced adventure, suitable for all fitness levels. Participants will pause at stunning sites such as the Togetsukyo Bridge and ancient shrines, with ample opportunities to capture photos and learn about Kyoto’s rich history.
Additionally, with an English-speaking fitness guide, participants will receive local insights, running advice, and encouragement throughout the experience. Whether a runner, a fitness enthusiast, or someone seeking a refreshing and unique way to explore Kyoto, this tour provides an unforgettable combination of movement, culture, and nature.
- On Wednesdays Otagi Nenbutsu-ji is closed so we will visit Adachi no Nenbutsuji.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.