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SUMMER RECOMMENDED DESTINATION KYOTO / NARA AREA

Here are some destinations around hotels in Kyoto and Nara area which are perfect for enjoying Summer.

Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Kyotamba

Tamba Sports Park – Family Pool

110-7 Kuzure Shitadai, Sone, Kyotanba, Funai-District, Kyoto  Period Jul 15 to Aug 31, 2025  Open 11:00~19:00 

This facility features a wide variety of pools, including an 82-meter-long water slide for a thrilling ride, a jacuzzi pool, and a wave pool. In addition to the pools, the park includes a children's plaza, an exciting athletic adventure park, and a natural forest zone, making it a full-fledged recreation facility. There's also an astronomical observatory equipped with a large reflecting telescope.

 

Vineyard Grill

96 Toyota Torino, Kyotamba, Funai District, Kyoto
Open 12:00~16:00(L.O. 14:30)(Apr to Nov)  Close: Wed and Thu

Please savor the seasonal ingredients, wine, and grills based on the concept of local production for local consumption at the terrace seat overlooking the vineyard. Reservation required for 2 or more people 4 days in advance.

 

 

Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Amanohashidate

Ryuketsu

Honjouji Ine, Yoza District, Kyoto

This is a power spot that emits mysterious cold air which makes it perfect for summer. It is located 200 meters from Urashima Shrine, where the oldest Urashima legend remains, and there is also a legend that Taro Urashima passed by when returning from Ryugu Castle.

 

Maizuru Red Brick Park

1039-2 Kitasui, Maizuru, Kyoto  Open 9:00~17:00  

This is a red brick park which has two cafes, a souvenir shop, and a sightseeing boat. There are various events throughout the year, so be sure to check them out.

 

Kanabiki Falls

Takiba, Miyazu, Kyoto

Kanabiki Falls is one of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls. Since Kanabiki Falls does not have a basin, you can get close to the waterfall. There is also a promenade near the waterfall, where you can take a walk.

 

 

Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Minamiyamashiro

Ueda blueberry field

29 Nodono Hikawadani, Minamiyamashiro , Soraku District, Kyoto   
*Reservation required(Please call +81743-93-0087)

A blueberry field with a great view on the top of a mountain. You can relish sweet and delicious blueberries grown without pesticides while enjoying the scenery and the chirping of birds.

 

Muracha-ya (Michi-no-Eki Ocha-no-Kyoto Minamiyamashiro Village)

105 Tonda, Kita-okawara Minamiyamashiromura, Soraku-District, Kyoto    Open 9:30~17:00

Enjoy the luxury of shaved ice topped with homemade syrup, anko (red bean paste), shiratama (rice flour dumplings), and green tea jelly. The shaved ice will be available from Jul to the end of Sep.

 

 

Fairfield by Marriott Nara Tenri Yamanobenomichi

Nara Kenko Land

600-1 Kabatacho, Tenri, Nara   Open 9:00~24:00(Last entry 23:00)

There are plenty of facilities that can be enjoyed by three generations from grandparents to children, such as hot spring, sauna and an indoor pool for children (limited time only). There are also restaurants and relaxation facilities.

 

Forest Adventure Yamazoe

1680 Mikadani, Yamazoe, Yamabe District, Nara 
Open〈Weekdays〉10:00~17:00〈Weekend〉9:00~17:00

There are 7 courses of ziplines for both Adventure course and Challenge course. You can enjoy activities in a great nature. It is located immediately after getting off at Kaminoguchi IC on the Meihan national highway.

 

Yoshoku Katsui Yamanobe no Michi

577-1 Yanagimoto, Tenri, Nara  Open〈Mon11:0016:30 〈TuesWed8:3016:30 〈others8:3021:00

Enjoy Western food and a relaxing time in the original Japanese scenery. Located in the Tenri City Trail Center, which sells local products and has an exhibition corner introducing the city's cultural assets.