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View Gallery7-minute walk from Shijo Station Exit 6(Kyoto City Subway Karasuma Line) 7-minute walk from Karasuma Station Exit 26(Hankyu Kyoto Line). 20 minutes from Kyoto-minami IC on Meishin EXPWY if coming from Kanto. If you come from Kansai, please come via Kyoto-higashi IC.
15 minutes by taxi from JR Kyoto Station 20 minutes by bus from Kyoto Station on Kawaramachi route. 20 minutes by car from Kyoto Higashi (east) IC on Meishin Expressway 30 minutes by car from Kyoto Minami (south) IC on Meishin Expressway
This region is celebrated for its scenic beauty and rich cultural heritage. Explore the samurai district in Kakunodate and marvel at the ancient temples of Hiraizumi. The natural landscapes are stunning year-round, from cherry blossoms in spring to colorful foliage in autumn. Matsushima Bay, with its pine-covered islands, is a must-see. Winter sports enthusiasts will enjoy the snow-covered mountains, while hot springs like those in Nyuto Onsen offer relaxation.