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Rent-a-cycle
Cruise around town on a
rent-a-cycle
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Walking Tour
Join a guided tour visiting geological, historical and cultural points of interest
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Sea Kayaking and Paddleboarding
Take on an aquatic adventure and explore the waters around Kyotango
Local Produce
& Cuisine
Fall in Kyotango marks the end of the grape picking season in October and the beginning of the nashi pear season in September. For seafood lovers, fresh caught crabs and oysters can be enjoyed from November.
When Fall hits, local restaurants update their menus to celebrate the tastes of the season, and ingredients such as Sweet Potato and Pumpkin can also be enjoyed.
When Fall hits, local restaurants update their menus to celebrate the tastes of the season, and ingredients such as Sweet Potato and Pumpkin can also be enjoyed.
Locally
Brewed
Whether you prefer a glass of wine with your meal or want to try to find your perfect Japanese sake, Kyotango has an array of locally crafted and locally offered alcoholic beverages to choose from.
We recommend visiting a local brewery or distillery while visiting Kyotango to experience the unique taste of alcohol produced in Kyotango’s natural environment.
2. Toji no Hitorigoto Sake, Kumano Brewery, Kumihama
3. Meister Beer, Tango Kingdom Brewery, Yasaka
4. Fresh Craft Gin, Mairingen Distillery, Yasaka
5. Nue Sake, Shirasugi Brewery, Omiya
We recommend visiting a local brewery or distillery while visiting Kyotango to experience the unique taste of alcohol produced in Kyotango’s natural environment.
2. Toji no Hitorigoto Sake, Kumano Brewery, Kumihama
3. Meister Beer, Tango Kingdom Brewery, Yasaka
4. Fresh Craft Gin, Mairingen Distillery, Yasaka
5. Nue Sake, Shirasugi Brewery, Omiya
- Day 1
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This rental car journey takes you to the northernmost region of Kyoto prefecture, where you can relax in an onsen ryokan and take in the natural scenery along the coast of the Sea of Japan.
On Day 1, you will visit Amanohashidate, famously known as one of Japan's top three most scenic views, as well as the iconic funaya boat houses in Ine town, which both have exploded in popularity recently. You will then venture off the beaten path to discover the photogenic scenery of the San'in Kaigan UNESCO Geopark.
- Kyoto
- Rent a car in Japan’s cultural capital
- Amanohashidate
- Admire “Heaven’s Bridge”
- Ine
- Visit the iconic Boathouse
- Day 2
- On Day 2 visit a shrine steeped in local history, and have a chance to paint a guardian cat figure. Have lunch at a restaurant which applies Japanese sensibilities to western foods. And explore a local soy sauce producer's shop (selling more than just soy sauce!).
- Day 3
- On Day 3 you will head to a woodland retreat to see the Autumn colors and make your own lunch by trying your hand at soba making. Later, head to a historic property in Kumihama and enjoy a traditional Japanese garden.
Hippara Ginkgo Tree
The Giant Gingko Tree in the Hippara Pass in Amino turns a lush golden yellow in the fall and its natural beauty is celebrated by the annual light up event.
Sounji Temple
In the fall, the trees provide the perfect backdrop for the rock garden and the reflection of the colors in the pond are a site to behold.
Kirifuri Waterfall
Take in the lush greens and rushing waters at Kirifuri Waterfall in Amino, accented by the changing fall colors.
Kotohira Shrine
Visit the only shrine in Japan with Guardian Cats (Komaneko) and experience the history of the Tango silk industry among a rainbow of fall leaves.
Otome Shrine
From rich reds to vibrant oranges, admire the variety of fall hues as the colors develop around this emblematic shrine.
Tennyo no Sato
Discover the array of fall colors that surround Tennyo no Sato village and take part in various cultural and outdoor activities.
Uchiyama Beech Forest
The largest in the region, home to the largest beech tree in Kyoto prefecture, Uchiyama Beech Forest is worth the visit for a hike in the autumn breeze.
