📜 Scenic train ride along the Hozugawa River, offering iconic views of Japan's seasons.
🔍 Originally part of the JR Sanin Line, repurposed for leisure in 1989, it offers dramatic seasonal views from nostalgic open-air carriages.
🏞️ Panoramic views of ravines and river
🌸 Dramatic seasonal scenery (sakura, autumn colors)
🚶 Authentic glimpse into suburban Kyoto life, exploring rice fields near Umahori Station
🚂 Nostalgic, old-fashioned open-air carriages
🎟️ Reserve seats early, especially if spending a full day in Arashiyama.
👀 Pick the right side for views from Torokko Saga Station, or left for return.
🚶♀️ Consider walking to JR Umahori Station for a cheaper, direct return to Kyoto.
💰 One-way trip costs 880 yen.
🕒 Service suspended in winter (January, February); check official schedule for details.
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