Sagano Scenic Train:Kyoto

What is the Sagano Scenic Train?
An enjoyable journey with stunning scenery and a retro train

A trolley is a box-shaped train that was originally used as a small freight car for transporting luggage, running on rails in places where trucks and regular trains cannot enter. A simple train that runs slowly with a rumbling sound. The Sagano Scenic Train is the perfect fit for that image.
The speed is about the same as a slightly faster bicycle. That’s why you can enjoy the nature and beauty of the valley along the Hozugawa River. On the 7km or 25-minute one-way trip, you can leisurely enjoy the different scenery of each season: cherry blossoms in spring, fresh greenery in summer, autumn leaves, barren fields in winter, and sometimes snowy scenery.
The beauty of the valley can only be enjoyed by those who ride the trolley train. You may be able to take a photo that you can’t get anywhere else.

The beauty of the valley can only be enjoyed by those who ride the trolley train. You may be able to take a photo that you can’t get anywhere else.

 

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The charm of the Sagano Romantic Train
The history of the trolley train that has been connected since the opening

Sagano Scenic Railway Co., Ltd. was established in 1990 with only nine staff members, including the president, with the aim of using the tracks that were no longer in use due to the double-tracking of the JR Sanin Line for tourism. By providing services that convey a spirit of hospitality based on the desire to “make our customers happy,” we have become a Kyoto tourist spot that is often referred to as “Arashiyama means trolley train.” We hope to continue to be a company that safely provides excitement to many customers and grows hand in hand with the local people.

A sense of openness, a sense of the extraordinary seen from the train window

The Sagano Scenic Train has a classical color scheme. Many people feel nostalgic as it weaves through the valley, pulled by a diesel locomotive. Inside the five-car Art Deco-style passenger train are wooden chairs and bare light bulbs. It takes you away from the comfort of everyday life, feeling the breeze and listening to the sounds, and takes you to a comfortable, extraordinary place. If you ride the windowless open-top car “Rich” (car number 5), you will be able to spend a moment feeling the breeze, light, and sound on your skin.

 

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A spirit of hospitality that has been passed down

The Sagano Scenic Railway has diesel locomotive drivers. They operate diesel locomotives, which are now rare, with solid technical skills and an awareness of customer satisfaction, and guide you on a safe and enjoyable journey. In addition, the conductor on the train and the staff at the stations and station shops will support your journey with a spirit of hospitality. And above all, the staff are doing their best to support the safe operation of the railway every day.

 

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Heian Period Time Slip Tour & Incense Experience

The Heian Period Time Slip Tour allows you to experience the local culture, traditions, lifestyles and customs of Saga-Arashiyama, which have been passed down since the Heian Period 1200 years ago.

*In addition to incense, there are also plans to experience waka, haiku and mother-of-pearl.

Ride the trolley train to the world-famous tourist destination of Arashiyama, enjoying the magnificent nature of Saga-Arashiyama. You will stroll through the Oku-Saga area, a traditional buildings preservation district that is quietly preserved with traditional scenery away from the crowds.

As you continue walking, learning about the food, clothing and shelter of Heian aristocrats, you will arrive at Tenkodo, a long-established incense specialty store. Experience how Heian aristocrats evolved incense into a fashionable item that expressed their individuality and charm. In this one-of-a-kind incense-making experience, which is not usually held, you will mix your own incense to your liking using traditional methods and ingredients that have remained unchanged since the Heian period. For the finale, you will experience boating, a famous pastime of Heian aristocrats. Surrounded by the breath of Arashiyama’s nature, resonating in the silence, this is an exceptional experience that can only be enjoyed here.

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– Ride a trolley train with a panoramic view of the nature of Saga

-Arashiyama – Guided tour of the hidden, unexplored “Oku-Saga” area of ​​Saga-Arashiyama – Delicious “ayu bowl” at Tsutaya, a restaurant boasting 400 years of history

– Experience making your own incense using traditional ingredients and methods

– Experience the elegant “boating” of Heian aristocrats, accompanied by tea and sweets unique to Kyoto

 

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Daikakuji Premium Experience Tour to Deepen Bonds

You can rent out the prestigious Daikakuji Temple, once built by Emperor Saga as a villa, and enjoy extraordinary experiences such as monk training and private areas. At the finale, you will be treated to a surprise bouquet of flowers, creating the moment when your bond with your precious partner will be at its deepest, deepening your bond with your partner.

The former villa of Emperor Saga, Daikakuji Temple, the head temple of the former Saga Imperial Palace, is still home to many national treasures and important cultural properties today. The majestic building retains the appearance of 1200 years of eternity, and the garden pond “Osawa Pond,” said to be the oldest in Japan, spreads out before you, and the tranquil scenery where the beautiful grounds and nature blend together will envelop you in a sense of mysticism and wisdom.

The extraordinary experience of the monks’ training in this sacred place makes you even more aware of the bond between you. For the finale, a bouquet will be prepared at a special spot in the garden pond, which is about 1km in circumference and offers a spectacular view. You can convey a message of daily gratitude and a promise for the future to your partner with the bouquet. This plan will create a moment when the bond with your precious partner will be at its deepest.

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-Exclusive use of the hall before the gates open, guided by a monk

-Special viewing of areas not open to the public

-Special attendance at the early morning monks’ service that has been continued for 1,200 years

-Experiencing Daikakuji’s original Katei sutra copying to offer prayers (only available with the sutra copying plan)

-Special vegetarian cuisine to be enjoyed in a special room that is also used for entertaining the Imperial family

-Experiencing sand ripples in the beautiful white sand garden

-Experience wiping the wooden corridors of the Shinden Hall with a rag (only available with the corridor wiping plan)

-Free stroll around Japan’s oldest garden pond and a surprise performance

 

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A sustainable experience tour of Kameoka, a city where water and fog live

A sustainable tour where you can experience the new charms of Kyoto while surrounded by the smiles of the local people in Kameoka, a city of nature. On this tour, you will interact with local people and experience many tourism experiences that are conscious of sustainability, and get to know the unique charms of Kameoka, a future city of SDGs.
Kameoka is a city adjacent to Saga-Arashiyama in Kyoto, a popular tourist destination. The city’s rich natural environment produces high-quality water, and its geographical location as a basin means that it is also known as the second most foggy city after London. While a variety of agricultural products are grown and traditional industries that are closely related to water are being passed down, the city’s residents are also actively working toward the SDGs, such as using renewable resources as much as possible to conserve the environment.

The trip to this sustainable city of Kameoka begins with a ride on the trolley train and enjoying the spectacular views of Hozu Valley. This tour is packed with experiences you can only get on this tour, such as cycling through the countryside as far as the eye can see and making eco-bags using recycled materials from paragliding. You can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and flow of time that is unique to Kameoka, interacting with local people around a campfire and appreciating the spectacular views of the Kameoka Basin.

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– A cycling experience that includes a pastoral view as far as the eye can see

– Sustainable experiences such as making eco-bags using recycled materials and making tableware that helps maintain bamboo forests

– A food experience that allows you to come into contact with high-quality water resources, such as growing organic vegetables and brewing

– A campfire experience in the middle of nature

– An overnight stay with a hot spring at Kyoto’s famous hot spring, Yunohana Onsen

Link:https://www.sagano-kanko.co.jp

 

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TourLink: https://www.sagano-kanko.co.jp/tour/