All Reviews for Seasonal

I attended on December 7th, and at first, I thought it would be cold at night, but the weather was nice and the autumn leaves at the temple were beautifully illuminated! The guide's explanations were also easy to understand. Additionally, I was very satisfied to hear the koto performance in the main hall. The return bus was smooth, and while the Kiyomizu bus stop was extremely crowded, the Ginkaku-ji area was a hidden gem!

12月7日参加、最初、夜で寒いかと思いきやお天気も良く爽やかなお寺の紅葉ライトアップ！がガイドさんの説明もわかりやすかった。又、お琴の演奏も、本堂で聞けて大満足しました。
帰りのバスもスムーズで、清水バス停は激混みで、銀行戒光明寺は穴場スポットでした♪

There was so much food that we couldn't finish it all. The maiko came around to each table and chatted with us despite the heat. We were also able to watch the dance, which was fantastic.

お料理も食べきれないほどありました舞妓さんには暑い中各テーブルを回って話しをしていただきました
舞も観ることができ最高でした

The cold wasn't too harsh, but the yudofu enjoyed in the chilly air was delicious. The location was also great, with beautiful views of the autumn leaves.

寒さがそこまで厳しくなかったですが、
冷たい空気の中でいただく湯豆腐が美味しかったです。
またロケーションも紅葉がきれいに見えるところでよかったです。

It was a temple I hadn't heard much about, but it had impressive architecture. There was also a concert featuring traditional Japanese instruments, and above all, the highlight was the beautiful illumination of the autumn leaves, which was stunning and moving.

あまり聞いた事のない寺社でしたが
立派な建造物で、日本古来の楽器による
コンサートもあり、何より目的だった
紅葉🍁のライトアップ、綺麗で感動しました。

This year's extreme heat made the riverside terrace surprisingly cool and impressive. The shuttle service was also great. I would like to use it again around autumn.

今年の酷暑の中、川床はびっくりするくらい涼しくて感動でした。送迎有もよかった。また秋ぐらいにも利用してみたいです。

During my short stay in Kyoto, I looked for experiences that would allow me to savor Japan. International guests prefer tours that are not solely for overseas visitors; they enjoy tours that Japanese customers can also appreciate.

The riverside setting wasn't cool, but it was a very lovely location where I could enjoy watching the maiko, making it a truly valuable experience. It became a wonderful memory for my family.

京都での短い滞在期間で、日本を味わえるものを探しました。
海外からのゲストは、海外のゲストばかりのツアーは好みません
日本のお客様が楽しめるツアーを好みます。

川床は涼しくはなかったですが、とても素敵なロケーションで
舞妓さんの鑑賞もでき、とても価値のある体験ができ嬉しかったです。
家族のいい思い出になりました。

I saw the procession for the first time.
It wasn't too hot because it was cloudy.
The slow pace of the procession felt more like a local festival than what I see on TV, and I felt a sense of familiarity. I want to go again next year.

初めて巡行を見ました。
曇りだったのでそれほど暑くなかったです。
ゆっくり巡行する姿は、テレビで見るより、地元の祭って感じがして、親しみを感じました。来年も行きたいです。

I discovered a sale and couldn't help but make an immediate purchase. It's not often that you get the chance to view the floats up close, so I'm really glad I went. Even though it was blazing hot, the frozen drinks and wet towels provided made it much more comfortable to enjoy the event. If you want to see all the parades, it takes about 2 hours, so I definitely recommend getting a seat. I was very satisfied with the paid seating. Thank you!

セールになっているのを発見し思わず即購入。
山鉾を間近にゆっくり眺められる機会など早々ないので本当に行ってよかったです。
炎天下の中でしたが、凍らせたドリンクやウエットタオルなどのグッズを配布頂いたおかげで幾分か楽に鑑賞できました。
全ての巡行を見ようと思うと2hほどあるのでイス席が断然オススメです。
大満足の有料席でした。ありがとうございました。

I visited Myoshinji during the autumn leaves season, but this time I booked the same course again to enjoy the cherry blossoms. The weeping cherry tree at Taizoin was too large to fit in the camera, so I used a wide-angle lens for the photos. It's a great course that also includes a Kyoto bamboo basket meal.

妙心寺は紅葉の季節に訪れましたが、今回は桜鑑賞のため再度同一コースを予約しました。
退蔵院の枝垂れ桜は大きすぎてカメラに収まらないため、広角レンズを使用して撮影しました。
京の竹かご膳もセットになったお得なコースです。

The lunch was delicious and we were able to enjoy it slowly. Although we couldn't view the weeping cherry blossoms, it was a lovely dry landscape garden. There was a corner where we could create a simple dry landscape garden, which was enjoyable.

ランチは美味しくゆっくりと頂けました。
枝垂れ桜の鑑賞はできなかったけれど、素敵な枯山水庭園でした。
箱庭の簡易的な枯山水庭園が作れるコーナーがあり、楽しめました。

It was the autumn foliage season, but it was very quiet. I think it's a hidden gem. The foliage was partial, but it was a lovely garden. However, I thought that because I booked through Veltra, I would be able to access certain places, but it seems that wasn't the case. It might be fine to just pay the admission fee on-site.

紅葉シーズンでしたが非常に空いておりました。
穴場なんだと思います。紅葉は部分的でしたが素敵な庭園でした。
ただ、veltra経由だからこそ入ることができるとこに入れたりするかと思いましたが、そんなことはなかったようです。
普通に現地で拝観料を払って・・・というのでもいいかもしれないと思いました。

Lunch was a delicious bento box with a variety of items to enjoy in small portions. The autumn leaves were stunning, and I was able to relax and enjoy the garden while having matcha. It was a healing day.

昼食はいろいろな物が、少しずつ楽しめるお弁当で、美味しかったです
紅葉は最高で、お抹茶をいただきながら、ゆっくりお庭を見させていただきました。
癒やされた１日でした

I was able to participate right at the peak of the autumn leaves season. The bamboo basket lunch was served smoothly and was delicious. Enjoying matcha while looking at the garden of autumn leaves became an unforgettable memory.

紅葉シーズンドンピシャで参加できました。
昼食の竹かご膳もスムーズに入場できおいしくいただきました。
紅葉の庭園を見ながらの抹茶は忘れられない思い出になりました。

After checking in at Hanazono Kaikan, I visited Myoshinji Temple. Myoshinji is a collection of small temples, and I enjoyed a leisurely two-hour visit, appreciating the autumn leaves. The "Yudofu with Kyoto Bamboo Basket Meal" after the visit was very delicious and truly representative of Kyoto.

花園会館で受付をしてから妙心寺を参拝しました。
妙心寺は小さなお寺の集まりで、２時間かけてゆっくり参拝と紅葉鑑賞を楽しみました。
参拝後の「湯豆腐付き 京の竹かご膳」は京都らしくて、とても美味しくいただきました。

After strolling around Arashiyama early in the morning, I took the JR train to Hanazono Station and walked to Myoshinji from there. I mistakenly headed to Myoshinji thinking there would be a meal at the temple. They were very accommodating. The weather was great after the rain, and the autumn leaves in the garden were stunning. I was able to enjoy a luxurious moment in the tranquility.

嵐山を朝一に散策した後、JRで花園駅へ向かいそこから歩いて妙心寺へ。お寺での会食と勘違いし妙心寺に向かいました。臨機応変に対応していただきました。雨上がりの好天。お庭の紅葉も最高で静寂の中、贅沢なひとときを過ごすことができました。

I used this service for the first time. On November 29th, I was lucky to visit on one of the best days when the autumn leaves were just starting to fall. I enjoyed a compact experience of Kyoto's beautiful gardens, which were well-maintained. The meal was delicious, featuring a kaiseki menu with yudofu, which was perfect for the cold season.

初めて利用しました。
11/29紅葉の散りかけで1番良い日に当たり、手入れの整った素晴らしいお庭の散策で京都の紅葉をコンパクトに楽しめました。
お食事も湯豆腐付きで寒い時期に嬉しい懐石メニューで美味しくいただきました。

I had heard great things about the autumn leaves viewing in Kaohsiung, but I was worried about which bus to take and whether I could have a peaceful lunch amidst the crowds. However, by making a reservation here, I was able to enjoy a warm and delicious meal in a charming atmosphere, and I had a wonderful holiday taking in the autumn colors at my leisure.

The main dish was yudofu (hot tofu), and the dipping sauce was very tasty. However, I thought it would have been nice to have a little bit of meat, like tsukune (chicken meatballs) or chicken, instead of just tofu, so I rated it four stars. If I upgrade, will there be meat? It was also disappointing that I couldn't confirm the menu in advance.

高雄の紅葉狩りが良いとの評判は聞いていましたが、どのバスに乗るんだか、混雑で落ち着いて昼食が取れるか心配でした。でも、ここを一つ予約していたことで、送迎有り、雰囲気のあるところで美味しく温かい食事が体験でき、ゆっくり紅葉を堪能できてとてもよい休日を過ごせました。
お料理は湯豆腐メイン、つゆがとても美味しかったです。ただ、豆腐ばかりではなく、つみれや鶏肉など肉類が少しでもいいのであるとよかったなあと思い、星4つにしました。ランク上げれば、肉あるのでしょうか。料理内容が事前に確認できなかったのも残念なところではありました。

It was my first visit to Kyoto in over 20 years. With the autumn leaves in full bloom and the expected influx of tourists post-COVID, I found myself wondering how to make the most of my limited time of just five and a half hours. While researching, I came across this activity.

The lunch with yudofu provided by Hanagokoro was plentiful and offered great value for money. It felt like a bit of a luxurious lunch, and I ended up ordering a non-alcoholic beer as well. The matcha served while enjoying the autumn leaves in the garden of Daikōin was also delicious. The tea seating arrangement in the garden was beautiful.

I was unsure how to navigate Kyoto, but I’m glad I chose this option. The grounds of Myoshinji had only a few visitors. I enjoyed the autumn leaves in the dry landscape garden of Taizoin, and the Great Kitchen and the dragon by Tanyu were also impressive. I found myself captivated by the roofs, gates, walls, and tiles of the temples that were not open to the public. Thank you for a wonderful time.

20年以上ぶりの京都でした。紅葉真っ盛りの、コロナ明けのインバウンドの状態も予想され　しかも日帰りでフリー時間5時間半という制約の中で　どうしようか？と迷いながら事前に調べている中で　こちらのアクティビティを見つけました。
花ごころさんの湯豆腐付きランチは、品数も多くコスパいいと思います。ちょっと贅沢なランチって感じ。つい　ノンアルビールも頼んでしまいました。
セットになっている大法院のお庭の紅葉をみながらのお抹茶も美味しかったです。お庭のお茶席風のしつらえも綺麗でした。

京都でどう動くのがいいか迷いましたが、こちらを選んで良かったと思いました。妙心寺の境内は人通りもちらほらでした。付随する退蔵院の枯山水のお庭の紅葉をみたり、大庫裏や探幽の龍も良かった。
公開されていないどのお寺も屋根も門も塀も瓦も　ついつい見とれてしまいました。素敵な時間をありがとうございました。

It was a wonderful place with beautiful greenery, the sound of the river, the chirping of insects, and the quiet sound of a flute. The staff at the shop suggested that I eat the grilled sweetfish starting from the head. I was a bit skeptical about that.

To my surprise, I didn't feel any bones at all; it was crispy and fragrant, and the flesh was tender. When I shared my thoughts with the staff, they explained that the reason you can eat it from the head is due to the size of the sweetfish and the fact that it is grilled slowly over charcoal. I was convinced. It was the most delicious grilled sweetfish I've ever had. After the meal, I strolled around while chatting with my friends, dipping my feet in the cold river water. It became a fun and delicious memory. Thank you!

美しい緑、川のせせらぎ、虫の声、静かな笛の音、素晴らしい場所でした。
お店の方が、鮎の塩焼きを、どうぞ頭から召し上がって下さいと言われました。頭からとは、と半信半疑でした。
食べてびっくり、全く骨を感じず、パリパリと香ばしく身はふっくら、お店の方に感想をお話すると、頭から食べられるのは、鮎の大きさと、炭火でじっくり焼いているからです。と教えてくださり、納得でした。今までで、一番美味しかった鮎の塩焼きでした。食後は、友人たちとおしゃべりしながら、散策。冷たい川の水に足を浸したり。楽しく、美味しい思い出になりました。ありがとうございました!

My relatives from abroad came to Japan. Since it was their first time in Kyoto, I wanted to create a special memory, so I made a reservation. My child and I had just traveled to Kyoto five months ago, so I thought it would be nice to experience something we wouldn't normally do on a typical trip. Since it was summer, we opted for a riverside dinner. I had always wanted to go to a riverside dining experience in Kyoto during the summer. I planned it as a surprise for my relatives without explaining the details of the dinner, as it was also a day when they could meet a maiko.

The sukiyaki we chose was very generous in portion. The meat was tender and delicious. The riverside was cool, and the sound of insects was refreshing. The lanterns reflected beautifully on the river surface, adding to the ambiance. The charming maiko greeted us with a smile, and we were able to take many photos. The staff were also quick to take pictures for us and were very accommodating with refills of tea and other requests. The bus driver was also very friendly. My foreign relatives and my child loved it, and it was a great decision. Being able to see the maiko's dance up close created wonderful memories. I would love to go again!

海外からの親戚が来日。初めての京都ということで、何か特別な思い出になれば、と申し込みました。同行する私と子供は５ヶ月前に京都旅行をしたばかり。。私たちにとっても普通の京都旅行では経験しないことを、と思い、夏ということもあり、川床の夕食にしました。夏に京都に行くなら川床にいきたい、と常々おもっていました。舞妓さんにも会える日程ということで、親戚にはどんな夕食か詳しく説明せず、サプライズにしました。
選んだすき焼きはボリュームたっぷり。お肉も柔らかく美味しい。川床も涼しく、虫の声が涼しげ。川面に写る提灯も情緒たっぷり。そして可愛らしい舞妓さんがにこやかに応対してくれ、写真もたくさんとらせていただきました。スタッフのかたも写真を撮ってくれたり、お茶などのおかわりも、すぐ快く対応してくれました。バスの運転手さんもとても愛想のいいかたでした。外国人の親戚にも、子供にも大好評で、大正解でした。舞妓さんの踊りを間近で見ることができ、素敵な思い出になりました。またぜひ行きたいです！

I wonder how it is in this intense heat with temperatures exceeding 35 degrees for several days. Contrary to my worries, the riverside was very cool with a nice breeze. I'm not a fan of river fish, but I ate the grilled young sweetfish whole, starting from the head. The skin was delicious, and I didn't mind the bones at all. Enjoying a beer while listening to the sound of the river was delightful. It's definitely summer in Japan from the afternoon.

I used a shuttle for the outbound trip. For the return, I took the city bus for 230 yen (though it takes some time). I was disappointed that I didn't realize how convenient the bus was, as I didn't have a sense of the distance between the city and Takao. I would have appreciated it if there had been some information about that somewhere.

I also visited the "Bird and Beast Caricatures" (it's 1000 yen per person), and I was able to spend time leisurely without encountering many overseas visitors.

連日35度越えの猛暑の中どうなんだろう。
そんな心配をよそに川床は、風が抜けて非常に涼しく過ごさせていただきました。　
川魚は苦手ですが稚鮎の塩焼きは頭から食べました。皮目が美味く骨も気にならず美味しくいただきました。川の音を聞きながらビールをゴクリ。
昼から日本の夏ですね。
往路は送迎を利用しました。復路は230円の市バスを利用(時間かかりますけど)。市内と高雄までの距離感がわからずバスが便利なことが判らず残念。どこかに記述いただけたら嬉しかったです。
鳥獣戯画も見学して(お一人様1000円ですけど)
海外の方ともほぼ合わずゆっくりと過ごさせていただきました。

Since it was a weekday, I was able to enjoy my matcha slowly while looking at the garden without any crowds. The lunch with yudofu was also delicious.

平日だったこともあり、混雑することもなくゆっくりお抹茶をいただきながらお庭を見ることができました。
湯豆腐付きの昼食もおいしかったです。

The shuttle bus comes to Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station on the Kyoto City Subway, making it convenient for trips to Takao. We arrived at Momijiya on a Friday weekend without any traffic. After arriving, we were guided directly to the photo spot by the river, and we immediately enjoyed a yudofu set meal. Before the food was brought out, they came to take drink orders, so I believe additional orders can be made for an extra charge (I only ordered tea). The meal was a yudofu hot pot course and was quite sufficient. Although it was mid-November and not the peak of the autumn leaves, the scenery was still beautiful. After the meal, we had enough time for free activities to visit Jingoji, Seiryoji, and Takaozan Temple, and then we were taken back to the same station on the same bus. I highly recommend it!

京都市営地下鉄　太秦天神川駅まで送迎のバスが来るので高雄に行く場合に便利です。もみぢ家さんまで週末の金曜日でしたが渋滞もなく到着。到着後にそのまま川床の写真の場所へ案内頂き、直ぐに湯豆腐定食を頂きました。料理を持ってきて頂く前に飲み物のオーダーを取りに来ますので、追加料金で注文が可能と思います（私はお茶だけでオーダーしませんでした）。料理は湯豆腐の鍋コースで十分な内容でした。十一月の中旬だったので紅葉最盛期では無いですが十分な景観でした。食事の後は、自由行動で神護寺や西明寺、高山寺を観て回るのに十分な時間を要した後にお迎えと同じバスで同じ駅まで送って貰えます。お勧めだと思います！

I visited for a meal with friends. The weather was nice that day, and since it was early autumn, the temperature was just right, making for a comfortable experience. The meal included mizutaki and many beautiful small dishes, all of which were very delicious and visually enjoyable.

The scenery suggested that the autumn leaves were just starting to change, but the green leaves were also beautiful, so I think I came at a good time. Next time, I definitely want to visit during the summer riverside dining and the autumn foliage season.

友人との食事で利用させて頂きました。当日は天気もよく、秋口だったので気温もちょうどよく、快適に過ごせました。お食事は水炊きとたくさんのきれいな小鉢が用意されていてどれもとても美味しく、見た目も楽しめるものばかりでした。
景色は紅葉がこれからといった感じでしたが、葉が緑なのもまたきれいだったのでいい時期に来られたかなと思います。
次回は夏の川床、紅葉シーズンにもぜひ訪れたいと思います。

I had a great time. I wondered how the locations for watching the maiko performances are decided. The two participants were closer, while those with three or four people were at the ends, which felt a bit awkward.

とても楽しかったです。舞妓さんの舞を観れる場所が、どうやって決まるのか❓と❓思いました。二人参加の方が近くて，3人4人の人達は、端の場所でしたので、少し違和感を感じました。

The food was delicious, and the view was absolutely stunning. The maiko were also adorable, making for a truly luxurious experience. The staff were attentive and provided courteous service. I definitely want to go again!

お料理も美味しく、なんといっても景色が最高、そして舞妓さんも可愛く、大変贅沢な思いをさせて頂きました。お店の方も気が利き、丁寧な対応をしてくださいました。是非また行きたいです！！

The bamboo basket meal in Kyoto was very delicious, and since I was with my elderly mother, the portion size was just right. The staff were also very polite, and while waiting for our meal, we received a map to Taizoin, which allowed us to plan our stroll.

As for the weather and the cherry blossoms, it seems to be a matter of luck, but we were fortunate to have clear skies and were able to see the wonderful cherry blossoms. After enjoying the cherry blossoms at Taizoin, we had matcha at Daihon'in, and then we leisurely strolled around Myoshinji, spending a relaxing time.

We traveled by JR this time, and the Hōkongō-in, which we stopped by before lunch, was also lovely.

It turned out to be a wonderful day, and I was truly satisfied. Thank you very much.

京の竹かご膳。とても美味しく、高齢の母とでしたので、量もちょうど良かったです。店員さんの対応も丁寧で、食事を待っている間に退蔵院への地図をいただき、散策プランを練ることができました。

天気や桜の見ごろについては、時の運のようなところがありますが、おかげさまで晴天に恵まれ、素晴らしい桜を見ることができました。
退蔵院の桜を満喫したのち、大法院でお抹茶をよばれ、その後、妙心寺の中をぐるっと散策し、ゆっくりゆったりしたひとときを過ごさせていただきました。
今回ＪＲで行ったのですが、昼食前に立ち寄った法金剛院も素敵でした。

素敵な一日となり、本当に満足しました。ありがとうございました。

It wasn't the tour's fault; it was disappointing to miss seeing the flowers. There's nothing that can be done about it. I was able to enjoy the visit slowly in the light rain.

ツアーのせいではなく、花を見るのに残念だったということです。これは仕方がないですね。小雨の中ゆっくり拝観できました。

Kinkaku-ji is a temple associated with the Aizu clan, but it is not very well-known as a tourist destination in Kyoto. However, the architecture is magnificent, and the strolling garden is beautiful, especially with the autumn leaves illuminated. The temple's history seems to be ancient, but the buildings themselves appear to have been reconstructed, so they are not that old. Nevertheless, they still possess grandeur and a sense of weightiness, making them impressive.

金戒光明寺は会津藩ゆかりの寺院ですが、京都の観光地としてはそれほど知名度は高くありませんが、伽藍は壮大で回遊式庭園も美しく紅葉もライトアップに映えました。寺院の歴史は古いようですが、建物自体は再建されたようでそんなに古くはありませんが、それでも荘厳さと重厚さを備え立派でした。

I was torn between the light-up at Toji Temple and this one, but choosing this was definitely the right decision. The light-up in the mystical tranquility, along with the concert featuring the koto and flute, was wonderful. The performance in front of the beautiful garden was truly moving. The sound of the koto was incredibly beautiful, and I was captivated by the charm of this instrument that Japan should be proud of. The light-up in the garden, with the reflections of the maple leaves in the large pond, was enchanting. It was really great! ♡♡

東寺のライトアップと迷いましたが、こちらを選んで大正解でした。神秘的な静けさの中のライトアップ、お琴とフルートのコンサート
素敵なお庭の前での、素晴らしい演奏 感激でした。琴の音色が本当に美しく日本の誇るべき楽器の魅力にうっとりでした。
庭園のライトアップ歯、大きな池に映るもみじが映り込み幻想的でした。ほんとうによかったです♡♡