This route took us to the more remote suburbs, finally allowing us to visit many places we wanted to see. The scenery was beautiful—especially for those who love the Japanese style! Our guide, Apple, meticulously explained the highlights of each place, helped us plan our route, and recommended food and souvenirs, making our visit very relaxing and comfortable! The driver was very polite and drove smoothly, allowing us to sleep and rest comfortably during the journey.
Although the time allotted for the trip wasn't enough, the transportation issue was easily resolved, and I would definitely choose KKday again next time. The tour guide/driver also provided brief introductions to the itinerary and its history along the way, making it a great experience.
I used Kkday's Kansai Enjoy Pass to experience the Kyoto Railway Museum and Kōtei Onsen, and also redeemed Nana's Green Tea matcha ice cream, matcha milk tea, latte, and other treats – it was excellent value for money. The entire redemption process was simple and quick; just show the QR code to use it. It's very convenient, and I highly recommend buying it when traveling to Kansai!
I booked a day tour just before departure, and thankfully the weather was perfect. I was also lucky to meet Nick, who is also from Taoyuan. His relaxed and humorous tour guiding style gave us a basic understanding of the history of the tourist destination, and he felt like a friend. He's a young man with dreams and passion for his work. This day tour saved me the trouble of traveling and finding my way around, and we visited several places in one day, allowing me to leisurely explore other areas on other days. The food was also good. I would definitely choose this day tour again next time.
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Arashiyama Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Arashiyama year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average 10.5–19.3°C, mild climate but with relatively high rainfall, especially abundant in April and May. Common activities: Cherry blossom viewing, bamboo grove walks, temple visits. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, raincoat essential.
Summer (June–August): Average 23.7–29.5°C, hot and humid, with considerable rainfall, especially from June to August. Common activities: Hozugawa River boat ride, strolling through Arashiyama town, enjoying the cool atmosphere of cafes and restaurants. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, hat, sunglasses, raincoat essential.
Autumn (September–November): Average 13.9–27.1°C, pleasant and comfortable climate, with reduced rainfall. Common activities: Maple leaf viewing, strolling along streets colored with autumn leaves, visiting historical sites. Recommended clothing: Comfortable long-sleeved clothing, light jacket.
Winter (December–February): Average 5.1–7.2°C, cold and dry, with low rainfall. Common activities: Hot spring bathing, tasting local cuisine, appreciating the winter scenery of Arashiyama. Recommended clothing: Warm coat, hat, scarf, gloves.
Arashiyama climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 17.2°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1656 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: August
Arashiyama monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
5.1°C
47.4
February
6.1°C
72.5
March
10.5°C
131.3
April
16.4°C
182.2
May
19.3°C
199.8
June
23.7°C
248.8
July
28.9°C
176
August
29.5°C
254.7
September
27.1°C
127.3
October
19.1°C
105.2
November
13.9°C
91.9
December
7.2°C
19.2
Arashiyama weather for the next seven days
8/14
Friday
Sunny
31.3°C/22.8°C
8/15
Saturday
Partly Cloudy
30.9°C/22.8°C
8/16
Sunday
Sunny
31.1°C/23.7°C
8/17
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
30.3°C/24.4°C
8/18
Tuesday
Partly Cloudy
33.7°C/23.5°C
8/19
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
33°C/23.4°C
8/20
Thursday
Partly Cloudy
34.6°C/25.4°C
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