See & Do · Kyoto
Kodaiji Temple Bamboo Forest
高台寺竹林
- Address
- 526 Shimokawaracho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0825, Japan
- Hours
- Daily: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
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The bamboo grove on the grounds of Kodaiji Temple in Higashiyama, a 5-minute walk from Yasaka Shrine. It has the same look as the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and far smaller crowds, so you can take your time and get clean photos. The grove is lit up at night in spring, summer and fall.
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