自転車で嵐山から化野念仏寺へArashiyama, in western Kyoto, is one of Kyoto's most beautiful areas.
Its river, the Togetsukyo Bridge, a vast bamboo forest, Tenryuji Temple, and much more make it a must-see place.
The Arashiyama to Adashino Nenbutsu cycling route passes through through the bamboo forest, is not far from the Okochi Sanso Villa, crosses the JR Saiin Line tracks.
At this point, the route will enter an area filled with many small temples. On the right is the Sagano Doll House (Kyoto Japanese Folk Dolls Museum). From here, up a hill and on the left is Adashino Nenbutsu Temple.
Adashino Nenbutsu Temple was founded by Kobo Daishi to honor the souls of the dead, the anonymous dead as the area was used as a dumping ground for corpses in ancient times. In August, "sento kuyo," a ceremony dedicated to the spirits of the dead, takes place and about ten thousand stone statues are lit up with candles.
The temple dates to the ninth century.
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The easiest way to ride from central Kyoto to Arashiyama is to head west on Marutamachi Dori - and ride for about 30 minutes.
For those with a bike bag, JR Saga Arashiyama is a 15+ minute from Kyoto Station.
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