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Arashiyama Monkey Park (Iwatayama)

Unofficial visitor guide. This site is not run by the park.

Is the park open today?
Open today

The official site says the park is running as normal. Hours are 9:00 to 16:00.

Checked at 15:00 Japan time from the official site. The park can close early if the monkeys head back up the mountain.

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Moderate Estimate
Based on typical patterns for this hour. How we estimate
Sunny. High 22°C
Chance of rain up to 40% today. 19.6°C in Kyoto at 14:50.
Weather: Japan Meteorological Agency, updated 15:00.
The park closes in heavy rain, heavy snow or typhoons.
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Admission
¥800 adults (16 and over)
¥400 children (4 to 15)
Free for 3 and under
Tickets and discounts
Payment
Cash only
Japanese yen only. Bring cash before you reach the entrance.
Hours
9:00–16:00
The summit area stays open until 16:30.
Hours and early closing
Closed
January 1
Also on irregular days and in heavy rain, heavy snow or typhoons.

How hard is the walk up?

It's a real climb, not a stroll. Expect 20–30 minutes uphill to the summit.

  1. Entrance

    Pay in cash. There are toilets here and at the summit, and none in between.

  2. 120 steps

    The climb starts with stairs.

  3. Uphill path

    After the stairs, a maintained path climbs more gently.

  4. Summit, 160 m

    A rest hut, the monkeys and views over Kyoto.

No lockers at the park. Suitcases, carry-on cases and strollers aren't recommended.

If you're visiting with a baby, a carrier is the easier option on the stairs.

See what the climb is like

Where should you leave your suitcase?

Staying in Kyoto

Leave it at your hotel before you come. There are no lockers at the park.

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Where is the entrance?

From the south side of Togetsukyo Bridge, walk about 20 m upstream along the river and enter the grounds of Ichitani Munakata Shrine. The park entrance is on the left.

Hankyu Arashiyama StationAbout 7 minutes on foot
Randen Arashiyama StationAbout 10 minutes on foot
JR Saga-Arashiyama StationAbout 15 minutes on foot
Arashiyama Koen bus stopAbout 5 minutes on foot

There is no parking at the park.

Can you see the bamboo grove too?

Yes. Walking the bamboo grove path is free on normal days. Only special events there charge a fee.

Common questions

Is it open in the rain?

The park closes in heavy rain, heavy snow, typhoons and other severe weather. Check the status at the top of this page.

Do I need to buy tickets in advance?

No. Buy your ticket at the entrance with cash, then enter within 15 minutes of buying it.

Can I bring a suitcase or stroller?

We don't recommend it. The park has no lockers and the climb starts with 120 steps.

Can I feed or touch the monkeys?

Don't touch them or stare into their eyes, and stay 2 m away. You can buy a ¥100 bag of food at the summit rest hut and feed them from inside it. Bringing your own food for them is not allowed.

Hours and status come from the official site. The official site notes that prices listed on other websites may be wrong.