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The area of Northern Kyoto is home to some of Japan’s most unique sites including the funya (traditional Japanese boat houses) of Ine and the Maizuru’s red brick buildings. Between the towns of Amanohashidate, Ine, Maizuru, and Miyama, there’s always plenty to do and see.
Amanohashidate, one of Japan's three most scenic views, is a unique pine covered sandbar stretching across the mouth of Miyazu Bay and can be viewed from the mountains that bookend the bay. From the mountains it’s said this trail looks like a pathway between heaven and earth, hence its name 'Amanohashidate' which translates to 'bridge in heaven'.
From one stunning seaside town to another, Ine is a little pocket of Northern Kyoto unlike anywhere else in the world. A traditional style fishing village, this town is beginning to gain popularity as a must visit location thanks to its culture and photogenic funaya (traditional fisherman's houses). These houses back onto the waterfront and feature special water garages specifically crafted for the local fishermen’s boats.
Miyama is a little more off the beaten track, but definitely a place worth adding to your Northern Kyoto itinerary. Situated 30 kilometers north of central Kyoto, this rustic, rural farming town consists of an impressive collection of around 200 of traditional thatched roof houses known as kayabuki. Many of the houses in the area are still used as residential buildings, making the town feel as if it’s been frozen in time. One of the most popular spots in Miyama is Kayabuki no Sato, also known as the northern village. Here you can explore the history of these quaint buildings by visiting Kayabuki no Sato Folk Museum and wandering through the houses that are now open to the public.
If it’s a little more adventure and more contemporary history you’re chasing, then the port city of Maizuru is where to go. Located on an inlet of the Sea of Japan, this brick-laden city was founded in 1943. Spurred on by the Russo-Japanese War, the development of this town was mainly based on the fact that it made a perfect home for many warships thanks to its proximity to the Sea of Japan. These days many of the artifacts from the war era remain, giving it a mysterious Cold War Spy novel atmosphere. If you’re a contemporary history buff, Maizuru is a must not miss highlight while traveling through this corner of Japan.
From Kyoto to Amanohashidate, take the JR Hashidate limited express train, the journey takes around two hours, and costs 4,000 yen each way. To get to Ine from Kyoto station, take the Hashidate train to Fukuchiyama Station where you’ll catch the Tantetsu Miyafuku Line to Amanohashidate Station, from there to central Ine it’s a local one hour bus ride. The trip will take around three and a half hours and cost a little over 4,000 yen. To get to Miyama, take the JR Sagano Line (Sanin Line) train from Kyoto to Hiyoshi Station, from Hiyoshi station you’ll take a local one hour bus into Miyama. All up this journey will cost around 3,000 yen depending on what bus you catch.- 伊根
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Thatched Village Guided Walk in Kyoto
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Update date：2024/05/04
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