Attractions Near Kyotamba | Fairfield by Marriott Michi-no-Eki

Kototaki Falls

Ichimori, Kyotamba-cho, Funai-gun, Kyoto

The flowing water of Kototaki looks like the 13 strings of a koto harp as it streams 43 meters down a single giant boulder. The walking path makes it easy to enjoy a relaxing day in the forest.

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Gyokuunji Temple

9 Ichimori Takimi, Kyotamba-cho, Funai-gun, Kyoto

This ancient Soto Zen Buddhist temple is a symbol of Kyotamba. Well-known as a great spot for viewing autumn leaves, this temple is also famous as the keeper of Akechi Mitsuhide’s mortuary tablet and other connections to the historical figure.

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A view of the hallway inside Shitsumi Shorakuko formerly an Elementary School

Shitsumi Shorakuko (formerly Shitsumi Elementary School)

43 Shitsumi Ueno, Kyotamba-cho, Funai-gun, Kyoto

The wooden building of the former Shitsumi Elementary School has been transformed into the best tourist spot in town, hosting a collection of unique businesses including an Italian restaurant and a picture book shop.

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Shizushi Shonyudo Park (Shizushi Cave Park)

12-1 Shizushi Okuzure, Kyotamba-cho, Funai-gun, Kyoto

Kyoto Prefecture’s only limestone cave. Measuring 52.5 meters long and 25.1 meters deep, this naturally cool spot is chill all year round. Visitors can also enjoy BBQ and rainbow trout fishing.

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Tamba Wine

96 Toyota Toriino, Kyotamba-cho, Funai-gun, Kyoto

This winery has received domestic and international awards for “making wines rooted in Kyoto's food culture.” Take a factory tour, or enjoy a barbecue in spring, summer, and autumn.

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Kyoto Tamba Park

110-7 Sone Kuzureshimodai, Kyotamba-cho, Funai-gun, Kyoto

This multi-purpose park offers sports facilities for serious athletes plus attractions that kids love, including sporty playgrounds and an observatory.

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Choro Brewery

5 Honjo Note, Kyotamba-cho, Funai-gun, Kyoto

Kyotamba's only sake brewery founded in the 36th year of the Meiji period (1904). The same manufacturing process has been maintained since its founding. Sake brewing tours are held from December to February (reservations required).

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Shitsumi Hachimangu Shrine

46 Shitsumi, Kyotamba-cho, Funai-gun, Kyoto

A solemn shrine said to have been established in the Heian Era. On the grounds are Cedar and Japanese Cypress trees that are approximately 400 years old. The main shrine was rebuilt in 1796.

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Shiotani Kofun Park

Sone, Kyotamba-cho, Funai-gun, Kyoto

A burial mound consisting of 12 tombs with a diameter from 8 meters to 15.5 meters. There is also a walking trail that will make one have a feeling of closeness to the history.

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Michinoeki Nagomi

11 Sakabara Kamimoijri, Kyotamba-cho, Funai-gun, Kyoto

A roadside station (Michinoeki) surrounded by nature and where views of the river terrace and the Yura River streches out in front of you. The monthly Joruri performances and summer BBQ is recommended.

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Michinoeki Mizuho no Sato Sarabiki

10-1 Yasumiishi, Oboso, Kyotamba-cho, Funai-gun, Kyoto

A roadside station at the doorway of "Greenland Mizuho" which has many sports and recreation facilities. Out of the various local specialties, the Mizuho Soba is very well known.

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Michinoeki Tamba MARKEdS

3-5 Shikishiden, Shuchi, Kyotamba-cho, Funai-gun, Kyoto

With everything from souvenirs, daily necessities, and a morning market with locally produced vegetables, visitors can experience the charms of Kyotamba-cho at this roadside station.

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Kyoto Miyama Kayabuki no Sato

Miyama-cho Kita, Nantan, Kyoto

This village of 39 traditional thatched roof houses in the north district is one of the best sightseeing spots to experience “Kyoto forest life” through Japan’s idyllic scenery.

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Ono Dam

48-5 Kashihara Nakanoyama, Miyama-cho, Nantan, Kyoto

Large dam with great views of nature located upstream on the main branch of the Yura River. Don’t miss the winter scenery in addition to cherry blossoms and the autumn leaves. This is a great spot to feel the transition of the four seasons.

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Ehonchan

43 Shitsumi Ueno, Kyotamba-cho, Funai-gun, Kyoto

A picture book shop that can be found inside the Showa retro wooden building of the former Shitsumi Elementary School. Would you like to go on a quest to find your favorite book?

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Patisserie Mountain

322 Izaki Yamamoto, Fukuchiyama, Kyoto

A pastry shop that is the joy of Fukuchiyama. Chocolate and pastries made by chef Naoki Mizuno who has won world titles, has customers from outside of Kyoto visiting as well.

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Masahiro Japanese Sword Factory

32-1 Honme-cho Nishikaya Ishishiki, Kameoka, Kyoto

The one and only swordsmith in Kyoto; a city that is proud of its tradition and history. Take in the sound of the mullet and the powerful fire that rises as you observe the swordsmith's techniques.

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Tokoin Temple

7 Uwanobu-cho Dounooku, Ayabe, Kyoto

The "Furin (wind chime) Festival", an amazing collaboration of wind chimes and hydrangeas is an event where you can experience the cool summer evenings of Japan. A must see for Instagrammers!

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TANIMOTO HORSE RANCH

19-2 Ijiri Matsugahana, Kyotamba-cho, Funai-gun, Kyoto

Enjoy great views of the Kyotamba mountains on simple horseback riding courses at this Western style equestrian club. Ideal for beginners.

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Springs Hiyoshi Onsen

8 Nakamiyanomukai, Hiyoshi-cho, Nantan, Kyoto

Outdoor baths with 100% genuine hot spring water plus indoor swimming pools and a hot stone sauna. The natural spring water has a salt content similar to sea water, giving it excellent moisturizing properties to promote beautiful skin.

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Hozugawa River Boat Ride

2 Hozu-cho Shimonakajima, Kameoka, Kyoto

A thrilling boat ride that goes down a 16km mountain stream from Kameoka to Arashiyama in approximately 2 hours. The boatman's fun storytelling and beautiful scenery or each season is also enjoyable.

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Ankokuji

1 Ankokuji-cho Teranodan, Ayabe, Kyoto

An ancient temple know as the birthplace of the first Shogun of Muromachi Shogunate, Ashikaga Takuji. The main hall with a tastefull thatched roof is known to be a well-known location to see autumn foliage of 80 - 100 year old trees.

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Ayabe Industrial Park Koryu Plaza

4 Toyosaka-cho, Ayabe, Kyoto

The contrast of nature and the mineral concrete building is a must see. The design is by the famous Tadao Ando and the area is also known as a location where the movie "Parasyte" was filmed.

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Dokan Inari Shrine

20 Shuchi Iwashimizu, Kyotamba-cho, Funai-gun, Kyoto

A shrine where the god of business prosperity "Ukano Mitamano Mikoto" is worshipped. The highlights include a large cedar tree which has been selected as a treasured tree of Kyotamba-cho and spring water that can be found on the grounds.

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Fukuchiyama Castle

5 Naiki, Fukuchiyama, Kyoto

A castle built by Akechi Mitsuhide who settled in the Tamba region. The unique stone walls that remain from his time and the only castle tower in the North Kinki region is Fukuchiyama Castle's charm.

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Kurotani Washi

3 Kurotani-cho Higashidani, Ayabe, Kyoto

A Kyoto Prefecture designated intangible cultural property. High-quality kozo (a paper mulberry tree) is the primary material and is carefully handmade by a craftsman into a durable and long-lasting washi.

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Different types of Yatsuhashi on display inside a shop

Izutsu Yatsuhashi Honpo Shinkoetsu Branch

12 Kyoto Shinkoetsumura, Sonobe-cho Uriuno, Nantan, Kyoto

A Yatsuhashi (Japanese confection sold as a souvenir snack) shop with a factory where visitors can watch the manufacturing process. After tasting some samples, you can purchase your favorite Yatsuhashi to take home as a souvenir.

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