Amanohashidate: One of Japan's Three Scenic Views

If it's your first time visiting Kyoto and you haven't been to Amanohashidate, I highly recommend making the trip. Although it's a bit remote, there are various convenient ways to get there. From Osaka or Kyoto, you can take the JR train. You can also take the Tango Sea and Land Bus from Umeda or Shin-Osaka in Osaka, or from Kyoto Station in Kyoto. Recommended Transportation The Amanohashidate Sightseeing Boat operates between Amanohashidate and Ichinomiya. The ferry runs between the Amanohashidate Pier near Amanohashidate Station and the Ichinomiya Pier on the opposite shore from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with departures approximately every 30 minutes. While the bus ride takes about 25 minutes, the sightseeing boat only takes 12 minutes, offering a quicker and more scenic route. You can enjoy the stunning views of Amanohashidate from the sea and even feed seagulls from the boat. Once you arrive at Amanohashidate, you can take the View Land chairlift or monorail. It's recommended to take the monorail on the way up and the chairlift on the way down. The exhilarating feeling of riding the chairlift with the wind in your face is an experience you can't get from the mountain cable car! If you want to enjoy the seasonal beauty of cherry blossoms, hydrangeas, or autumn leaves up close, the chairlift is the way to go. Each direction offers a unique experience.