[Kyoto 0015HH] Tour to visit the villa designed by movie actor Denjiro Okochi

The Oi River flows with Arashiyama, a famous spot for cherry blossoms and autumn leaves, reflected on its surface. Togetsukyo Bridge is a bridge over the Oi River, and is said to have been named Togetsukyo Bridge by Emperor Kameyama because it resembles the moon crossing the bridge. The current bridge was completed in 1934 and was designed to blend in with the scenic beauty of Arashiyama. You can also enjoy boating, pleasure boat tours, and cormorant fishing in the summer in the area.

On the Oi River, lanterns are floated down the river on August 16th, and the Maple Festival is held in November, with Togetsukyo Bridge serving as the center of these events.

The head temple of the Tenryu-ji school of the Rinzai sect of Buddhism. It was founded by Ashikaga Takauji on the site of Emperor Go-Saga's Kameyama Palace to pray for the repose of Emperor Go-Daigo's soul.



It is also famous as the first place in Japan to be designated as a historic site and a special place of scenic beauty. In 1994, it was recognized and registered as one of the World Heritage sites, "Cultural Assets of Ancient Kyoto."

The famous Showa era actor Denjiro Okochi built this vast mountain villa garden over a period of about 30 years, covering an area of 20,000 tsubo. You can enjoy the beauty of each season, surrounded by cherry blossoms in the spring and autumn leaves in the fall. Another highlight is the view of the Hozu River flowing below and Kyoto city. It has also been designated a national cultural property.