Kurama temple mountain trail to Kibune, Japan

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Japan Kurama temple mountain trail to Kibune

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This private pass wends through the hills behind Kurama Temple in Kurama near Kyoto towards the village of Kibune, passing through temperate woods populated with Shinto shrines and allegedly demonic "tenggu".

Photography Tips

The private pass closes at around 4pm.

Travel Information

Take the train line from Demachiyanagi in Kyoto to Kurama. Walk up to the temple and look for the mountain pass opening.

Spot Type Outdoor

Crowd Factor Just a few people

Best Timing Daytime in fall

Sunrise & Sunset 07:00 - 16:50 | current local time: 22:59

Photo Themes Mountain Pass shrine Temple

Locations Kyoto

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