Rural Japanese village

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What you’ll do

When you visit this rural Japanese village, you'll immerse yourself in a cozy and nostalgic atmosphere, as if you've stepped back in time. The village offers a chance to experience the charm of old Japan with its traditional houses, cultural activities, delectable cuisine, and natural beauty. It's a unique place that will create lasting memories.

If you've been following my Instagram for a while, you'll already know that these itineraries include delightful cafes and restaurants where you can savor some of the best local dishes.

All of these locations are easily accessible by public transport. Travel time from Kyoto Station is approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes (train + bus) or 1 hour and 25 minutes by car.

*Travel times are approximate and may vary depending on your departure time and traffic conditions.

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About this day trip (Kayabuki)
About this day trip (Kayabuki)
About this day trip
Category
Sightseeing

159 m (0.1 mi)

1 min

2

How to get to Kayabuki No Sato
How to get to Kayabuki No Sato
Read before your trip
Category
Public Transport
Est. Price
$
Transport Type
bus

7 m (0 mi)

3

Kita bus stop (in Kayabuki no Sato)
Kita bus stop (in Kayabuki no Sato)
Bus stop
Category
Car Rental

54 m (0 mi)

4

Iconic sight of Kayabuki no Sato
Iconic sight of Kayabuki no Sato
Charming Countryside View
Category
Sightseeing

244 m (0.2 mi)

1 min

5

Iconic street (Kayabuki no Sato)
Iconic street (Kayabuki no Sato)
Thatched Village Stroll
Category
Sightseeing

71 m (0 mi)

6

Fumyoji
Fumyoji
Temple with a great view
Category
Sightseeing

116 m (0.1 mi)

7

Miyama Folk Museum
Miyama Folk Museum
The coziest Museum in Japan
Category
Culture
Est. Price
¥300

195 m (0.1 mi)

8

Sakaya Pizza Cafe
Sakaya Pizza Cafe
Cozy Pizza place
Category
Restaurant
Est. Price
¥2,000

270 m (0.2 mi)

1 min

9

Hachiman Shrine Haiden
Hachiman Shrine Haiden
Shrine overlooking picturesque rice fields
Category
Culture

339 m (0.2 mi)

1 min

10

Kamakura Shrine
Kamakura Shrine
Shrine with a beautiful view (optional)
Category
Sightseeing

299 m (0.2 mi)

1 min

11

Cafe&Gallery Saika
Cafe&Gallery Saika
Cozy cafe and unique shop
Category
Café
Est. Price
¥1,000

84 m (0.1 mi)

12

Post Box of Kayabuki no Sato
Post Box of Kayabuki no Sato
Rural village iconic spot
Category
Sightseeing

271 m (0.2 mi)

1 min

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Ghibli-like view (read description!)
Ghibli-like view (read description!)
Picturesque Crop Fields (optional)
Category
Sightseeing

190 m (0.1 mi)

1 min

14

Oshokujidokoro Kitamura
Oshokujidokoro Kitamura
Traditional Soba made with local ingredients
Category
Restaurant

36 m (0 mi)

15

Kibi Kobo
Kibi Kobo
Local souvenirs /sweets shop
Category
Shop

197 m (0.1 mi)

16

もち・団子 きび工房 / Mochi dango kibi kōbō
もち・団子 きび工房 / Mochi dango kibi kōbō
Tasty Mochi shop
Category
Shop
Est. Price
¥500

54.8 km (34.1 mi)

1 hr 24 min

17

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My favorite Hotels
My favorite Hotels
List of hotels to stay in for this itinerary
Category
Hotel

2.2 km (1.4 mi)

9 min

18

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Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
Modern hotel in the heart of Kyoto
Category
Hotel

1.5 km (0.9 mi)

6 min

19

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Ace Hotel Kyoto
Ace Hotel Kyoto
One of the best hotels in Kyoto
Category
Hotel

2.8 km (1.8 mi)

10 min

20

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Renka-no-Yu On-Yado NONO Kyoto Shichijo
Renka-no-Yu On-Yado NONO Kyoto Shichijo
Hotel with a hot spring
Category
Hotel