Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Evening Illumination Private Tour

Start at Randen Arashiyama Station
and walk through the illuminated bamboo forest

This is an approximately 3-hour private tour of Kyoto's Arashiyama Bamboo Forest with a guide, timed for the evening illumination. Meet your guide at Randen Arashiyama Station Center, head to the bamboo forest, and return to the same place at the end of the tour. Guides are available in English, Chinese, Japanese, Urdu, and Hindi.

Follow the 1 km path lit by
thousands of bamboo lanterns

After dark, thousands of handmade bamboo lanterns crafted by local residents illuminate the approximately 1 km path through the bamboo forest. Soft, warm light shines between the tall bamboo stalks, creating a calm atmosphere completely different from the daytime.

See traditional light displays and digital art

You will also see a traditional Japanese display of lights fueled by umbrella pine nut oil, digital art installations, and light projections. Walk slowly along the path where light and shadow blend together and take night photos against one of Kyoto's most iconic landscapes.

※ The itinerary may change depending on local conditions.
※ The scenery may vary depending on the weather.