How Crowded Is Kyoto in 2020? | The Bamboo Forest

[@joyceyamamoto5452]

How beautiful in the bamboo grove!! Yes, early in the morning when it's empty would be amazing! The world of zen. Vivid green. Rickshaws. Commuter train. Mountains. Ohhhhh, bamboo forest is magnificent surrounding the shrine. YAY, Satoshi! Quiet is amazing.

[@debracantrell1058]

Love these videos of kyoto these are so awesome love walking to bamboo grove it seem so peaceful stay safe 👍❤️

[@abnb77]

I've been to Arashiyama's Bamboo Forest "almost" 3x. Two times I arrived before 7:30AM (mid April 2017 and Oct 2018). Practically empty...I had the path all to myself the majority of the time with a few people strolling in here and there. The almost 3rd time was around 10:30AM in late April 2018 and barely could walk through at the entry point by the food stands/main road. It was a crawl going in that I turned around after 10 minutes. Let's just say I didn't get past those homes/shops from the beginning of the path. LOL. So yes...get there before 7:30AM if you want to take nice pictures. Then take a nice stroll through the park from the back part of the forest when done towards the rive. Nice!

[@mochi-ko]

My wife and I were at the Bamboo Forest in 2018. We went early before the crowds at around 7am. We started our walk from the neighborhood streets. It was the most our tranquil and interesting walk ever. Can't wait to go there again.

[@taetaeuk7744]

Beautiful and calming. Just what the world needs right now.

[@yaminogame7805]

so far you are the only one who has said they miss the tourists, and I'm kind of glad for that..so many people are kind of mean about it on youtube. I also live in a tourist heavy city, so I get it sometimes it's frustrating but it seems like my favorite japanese vloggers don't want us to come back. That's kind of sad to me.

[@pilotgrrl1]

Thank you for the visit to Arashiyama. The beautiful bamboo groves, the peaceful moss garden, the serene temples and shrines... I miss Kyoto so much.

[@asialee6326]

..so beautiful there💚💚💚 ..it's actually nice though to see locals enjoy their own place peacefully specially for the older ones👍🏼👍🏼

[@mipal7]

How nice to go there when it isn't crowded! We've been there a few times, and I'm always overwhelmed by how many tourists there are! My wife and I decided to get off the beaten path and walk in the nearby neighborhoods and really enjoyed the tranquility of the area. There's so much to see! Thanks for the videos :)

[@lor431]

It's sooo pretty!😯❤ I've never seen that much wild bamboo

[@NANICU]

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest is always my first place to visit when I visit Kyoto. I was last there in late February and the place was already empty. It was magical without the throng of tourists 🥰 Yearning to return; hopefully in the not too distant future. Thanks for helping me relive my happy moments! 😊

[@ceciveme]

I was just there this February 2020 with my two daughters.We arrived at Arashiyama very late .First we took a walk along the main street .Then we went to the grove. It was empty so we could walk freely and enjoy the peaceful scenery of bamboos and take a lot pictures for reminding in the future. You with this video makes me travel again to the place.Thank you Shinichi. It's really beautiful.

[@saharadang]

Taking me back to our visit. So beautiful. Loved discovering the bamboo grove. We went early in the morning at about 7am (we would go earlier again next time!😊) We took the path to the right at the end of the video and it led us to a quiet area where there was a beautiful pond and a small shrine. And if you kept following the steps up and prepare for a very steep climb up the hill is one of the best views of the city. An unexpected discovery that made our trip so memorable ❤ miss Japan so much

[@kayschut9327]

I went here once, I believe last year (or the year before) in May. Walking from Torokko Arashiyama Station, through the Bamboo Forest and the park, down to the Katsura River, making my way to the monkey park. Along the way I had some Tempura Udon at Kameyamaya, as I avoided the shops/restaurants near the bridge as it was very crowded. Lovely route.

[@ingevanherck4925]

THIS IS so amazing beautifull...Thank you very mutch for taking me to this forrest...🦋🍀

[@patsyjohnson9878]

Love the walk! Nature is Amazing and Beautiful! Thank you for taking us along. Stay safe and healthy.🌸

[@katherineyanagihara2909]

Aloha! Sugoi ne! Thank you for taking us along with you! Very beautiful! Mahalo!🌺

[@TheresaLandowTheBeadedBranch]

I love watching your videos. Having a terrible fear of flying, plus living in the US, means that I will never make it to Japan, the one country I would love to visit. Your videos transport me and give me tiny mini-vacations. Thanks so much, and keep up the great work!

[@steffie999]

I was at the bamboo forest in September 2016. I went there at 7 am in the middle of the week. Almost no people. It was so peaceful and I could enjoy the cool air before the heat came back during the day

[@andie2809]

So beautiful there! Thank you Shinichi! I have a Bamboo Finca (farm) just down the street from my house. They grow so tall and thick here in Costa Rica! But nothing as beautiful as in Japan!😍

[@808ronin1]

Thanx for the videos🤙🏾. We live on Oahu and we make it there once year but not this year cause of covid. We really miss the people and places soooooo much. Watching your videos is like being there, the sight and the sounds of crows, trains. Mahalo and keep pounding out more videos.

[@Shinichisworld]

Thanks for watching!

[@CarboniteDreamer]

i've never been but i want to go so bad. it is interesting to me. very peaceful. cant wait to see the autumn colors wherever you go. i follow a rickshaw driver he came here to the states and was traveling route 66 pulling his rickshaw when covid hit so he had to go home and not finish. hes planning on coming back to do it again so i cant wait to cheer him on. i have to go there! i love the rain i bet that place sounds so cool when it rains. thank you for sharing this with us.

[@rosew1]

it was one of my favorite places in Japan, and it was packed with people when I was there

[@Sejjin]

I love this video. Thank you. I also have anxiety and I really enjoyed your time.

[@dresk7958]

So beautiful! I was there on the last day of my trip to Kyoto two years ago on a very hot day in August. My friend and I strolled there late afternoon so it wasn't overwhelmingly crowded. Stopped for delicious beers after our visit. I would love to return to see the bright green moss section you and Satoshi visited. I love Japan and miss it so much!

[@babsr8479]

So beautiful. I hope that one day I will be able to travel to Japan and now to Kyoto and the Bamboo Forest. I'm so jealous of you being there, I love hearing the gravel under your feet in some areas.

[@mombokresack4330]

Thank you soo much for this Shinichi and Satoshi! Words cannot describe this amazing picturesque bamboo forest! I don't think I will ever have the opportunity to travel to Japan but love being able to travel thru your eyes to some of the most memorable places where you live! This started off my morning with a calm and peaceful feeling and I think I am ready to tackle whatever the day brings upon me. Safe travels and continued success in all your endeavours my friends.

[@Audenify]

It’s a beautiful place! One of my favorites! After seeing it years before, I brought my family along with me just last year, autumn season! We enjoyed it! We went to Ohara, too! You should feature it sometime. Thanks for your video of Arashiyama Bamboo Forest! 🥰 From Singapore.

[@kml223]

Its beautiful, I have never been to Japan, I don't know if I will get there in this lifetime, but thank you for taking me through this wonderful country. Maybe in my next life I will be born Japanese, lol.

[@peacekelly1128]

Well said like you could read my mind. Lol! I love these two! ❤️ Isn’t it nice to see such a beautiful place and what it has to offer from two of the kindest people. 🥰

[@mickyster4397]

I really enjoyed the bamboo forest and we then did the scenic train ride which was also good. Looking forward to being able to come back to Japan again.

[@Kidsevalan]

Oh, this was great. I loved how peaceful it was. And it truly was beautiful. I didn't realize how tall the Bamboo grew. That was amazing. The bark of the Bamboo in the video looked kind of blue-ish. I was wondering if that was a function of shadows, or if it really is kind of blue. Anyway, I quite enjoyed the walk. Thank you for taking us along.

[@joyceyamamoto5452]

Oh WOW!! What an awe-inspiring place. Thank you, Shinichi & Satoshi!

[@fujiwaramichaelm6686]

Hiya dudes ! Looking nice. Get to really appreciate Bamboo Forest with clear wide , crowdless views. Perhaps, as you said, early am may be the best time. I remember chambara movies.Could this have been location shoots for their swordfights? Oh,Nonomiya Jinja. Must be Shinto because of that Torii. 06:36 The rickshaws! 06:46 Train cutting through the bamboo forest.12:07 Tennuji Temple. 16:20 Kochi Sanso Garden. Thanks for that walk-thru the Bamboo Forest.

[@tootles444]

How did I not know you had this channel??? I’ve been missing out! Love this video

[@Aiken47]

I love the bamboo forest, it’s much better at about 7-7:30am there’s almost no one around. We went once even @ 9am to go to the Okochi Sanso Garden which i think is amazing, the bamboo grove was pretty busy by then. Tenryuji temple is very good too, it has a waterfall with a symbolic koi swimming up it.

[@waynemartin]

Thank-you loved your vlog ; Someday on my to do list if I ever get to Experienced Travel again in my lifetime :-(

[@garydell2023]

Kyoto is my.main interest and this park is nice and I hope to visit next year. This area is peaceful and beautiful. Thank you

[@Crazygirl2055]

I’ve been there. Last year during May. Best weather ever! Also the bamboo forest is amazing. The sound they make in the wind it’s nice. Also the shrine was nice too. The soy ice cream in the corner as well as the doughnuts were really good.

[@pollyanna108]

Gosh, I missed Kyoto. I was able to visit Arashiyima and it was breathtakingly amazing. I wasn't able to visit some of the restos but because of your tips I definitely will go there and it will be my second time in Japan. The pandemic canceled our scheduled tour together with my officemates here in the Philippines and we are dying to go back. Thanks to your superb vlogs and we were able to learn more and what to do next in Japan.

[@immakatlady8243]

While it is odd to see so few tourists, it is so relaxing to experience this bamboo forest in a more natural and peaceful way. Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful park with your followers. 🎋🎍🎋

[@xole9504]

You ask if it is interesting, something we want to see etc. And I just enjoy watching you walk about and chat to us. It's relaxing and like chilling with a close friend. Serene and peaceful. Thank you for all the content and hard work you put into all you do

[@Shinichisworld]

I appreciate that!

[@mmelendez11]

Love it when you speak Japanese. It makes me feel cozy. ☺

[@helvetiqa]

So lovely to see Arashiyama again! We stayed in our first ever ryokan (Benkei) right along the river in Arashiyama. It was so special.

[@peachesto6643]

Hello, thank you for sharing. I haven't gone to Japan. I really wish I could visit one day.

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

Was there end 2013 & 2018.... it was more peaceful in 2013... could feel the zen

[@jillie8082]

Lovely town

[@cellesteh4510]

I'm from Hawaii and always loved Japan even though I've never actually visited. This place is very beautiful. I hope to visit some day😍

[@thrranger1983]

Oh my..how beautiful! The shrine and mossy glade are lovely. Wow...the rickshaw drivers have nice legs....the color of the bamboo stalks and leaves is so calming. One of my favorite sounds, is the sound of wind blowing through bamboo. Not that I get to hear that here in upstate NY! LOL thank you for sharing.

[@Shinichisworld]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jeetts59]

Great video. I’m in Australia, but have visited Japan a couple of times and hope to go again if we are ever allowed to. I love the Japanese culture.

[@diyunjae1]

Went to kyoto back in 2016 during late march but arashiyama and other temples were super packed! But we enjoyed it nonetheless. Such fresh air and beautiful scenery.

[@silvermesh]

It’s is absolutely stunning there, I would love to visit the bamboo forest some day 💕

[@merychung6776]

Love that place. Thank you for the nice video.

[@larryhernandez1923]

I would love to go where you guys were at,it looks so nice!

[@verah971]

This is interesting to me of course, I have been to Arashiyama but yea there were so many people I don't feel the serenity of the bamboo forest and perhaps missed the picturesque path that normally taken in the photographs.

[@katherinfenoglio2802]

Last time we were there was late December 2019 so beautiful.. 😍 We got there before sunrise 🌄 😁and it was very peaceful and quiet with no one around! It’s a must visit when you come to Kyoto! 💚

[@PCT6566]

I would love to visit the grove again without the crowds. Huhhhh, I miss Japan! Thanks for the vids from both channels though, really help me 🤟🏻.

[@nunodeazevedo]

I missed that turn and crossed the railway. Missed that area

[@largesmallworld]

I wanted to see the kimono forest more than the bamboo grove especially illuminated at sunset & night. Very beautiful

[@laychengpek814]

I have been here and I would love to come back again soon !

[@artfulseoul]

Thank you for this video. It's still on my bucket list though it's uncertain when I get ever chance to visit. You two are so gorgeous. It must be nice to have someone who keeps one on direction and also is a stable like satoshi is for you. But maybe head your way next time even if get off track. I remember watching a video in the rain and you had a tough time with the umbrella on the crowded paths. Indeed , such oasis of silence are necessary in the busy daily life. Just walking there listen to the wind in the bamboo and hear the pepples and sand of the path would be a nice experience. But being up before 8am is such a pain. Haha. Anyways. Yes, I like to see city and location strolls. But you do a great job with the diversity of your channels and updates. Stay safe.

[@MishMashTravels]

How did I miss this shrine the last time I was in Arashiyama?! And the other spot with the pond??? At least now I have a reason to go back ;)

[@CamilleLMacLean]

Absolutely beautiful! 💜 I have no sense of direction, I use Google maps constantly 😊

[@pozzo6828]

Beautiful place, great vlog.

[@kolapyellow7631]

What type of bamboos are those? So pretty. What is the brown grass like fence??

[@Sunny_storm_lover]

OMG this is so pretty!! I would love to visit !!!

[@MatchaMelonPan]

great to see you guys doing well, thank u for all the time you share with us! stay healthy and lovely greetings from ドイツ ☺

[@pluckernil]

Tenryu-ji has a really delicious shojin ryori restaurant called Shigetsu. Have you guys been there before? It was one of my most memorable meals in Kyoto and Japan last time!

[@astroboy3507]

Great vid I been to Kyoto but never been there shinichi!!!!

[@Celrose]

I was there Summer last year! So beautiful and it was crowded!

[@rialaymana8090]

I was there 3 years ago and you're right, Sinichi. Too crowded and we cant took a nice scienery without any tourist at every sides!

[@Liesjegirly]

I was there 1 1/2year ago for our honeymoon. we alsof visit the jojakko-ji tempel there nearby it was so beautyfull. This year we also wanted to go but then the pandamic came.

[@thenervousflier]

Satoshiiiii nice to see you on the videoooooo

[@shamanbearpa]

I hope to visit there one day...if i can

[@flowmeful]

i was supose to visit Japan in the summer 2020 now iam going in 2021, is it pretty much empty in the early morning like 6:30 AM?

[@andie2809]

I also hope that you visit the Sengakugi on Dec 14th to celebrate the 47 Ronin!

[@raezyon]

Hahaha, I was there back in March before the lockdown. At 11am it was still so empty i can get a clean picture with no one in it. It was surreal.

[@dennistani1986]

Guys, can't believe 2 years have passed since this video!!

[@Killuasdad]

Missed Kyoto

[@akihiroyoshida3660]

Hogen-In garden, next to Tenryu-ji, is also very beautiful.

[@alfoncesmithe]

Great walk, been here many times just love it, you should go to the top its amazing but watch out for wild monkeys they can be dangerous there are warning signs🙉🐒 Must be careful. The river is also worth a visit and there are some shops where you can get Cherry Blossom Ice cream OYUM. Take care love your work be safe☕😎🎎⛩

[@Che1seabluesdrogba11]

Is this that one place from Oregairu

[@marimarcastillo6533]

looks like here in baguio city philippines 🇵🇭 #bambooEcoPark@baguiocity

[@lorettaamstad591]

OMG Shinichi, your voice is Zen 😍

[@praprawn]

I went at night at about 7ish and it was completely dark... a little too spooky for me to have continued alone all the way...

[@joyceyamamoto5452]

Mind cleansing! ARIGATO

[@jasonlynch2919]

I just would to travel and walk around in the bamboo forest.

[@rowaninu6948]

did anyone see the owl??

[@carefulconsumer8682]

Pretty crowded. But I think no foreigners are allowed yet, is that right? Thanks.

[@user-xc5sf4ky3c]

Amazing!

[@stephanielounsbery8492]

Anyone else notice the owl on the guy/girls shoulder (17:32)

[@londonpelen9157]

Im to enjoy this tour can't to see it Kyoto 2020

[@debbieilagan8568]

When I went there in 2018, the place was really crowded! I would have wanted to see it with only 1/5 of the tourists!

[@tulnukas2000]

I wish you could actually go inside the forest and walk around the bamboos.

[@Spetsialista]

if bamboo is just prehistoric grass, this is how ants see the world?

[@thatguy7584]

That's a cool thought

[@PamelaProPeace]

One of my plans was to re-visit this area, would have been here at the end of the month... so now I am taking a "virtual" tour with you two instead. You do it so beautifully! Don't know whether to be sad or happy. Shinichi, you said you love moss. Me too. Wonder if you will have time to visit Saihō-ji, the Buddhist Temple better known as Koke-dera (Moss Temple)? I thought it was a magic place. You do have to book well in advance (only by letter) so maybe when you next come to Kyoto you and Satoshi could take us there? kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYSthYJrmq6UhNk I was there in the Spring - would love to see it in autumn.

[@Apocalypz]

4:04 *Can you PLEASE* do a walk-through of that guy? 😏

[@JeremyLara]

I like this video 🤙

[@claudinhas.w.9892]

Amanzin🤩🎍

[@tuxedoneko9837]

😍

[@minniec.9127]

The bamboo forest is beautiful and nicer w/o tourists. Unfortunately, not good for economy, a sad contradiction.