Keage Incline

“Walk the world's longest disused rail slope under a cherry blossom tunnel.”

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Keage Incline is the name of a 582 meter (1909 ft) long slope with old railroad tracks running up it, located near the Nanzenji Temple in Higashiyama, Kyoto. It is the longest inclined train track in the world! Used between 1891 and 1948, it was the line of transport between Lake Biwa Canal and Kyoto for carrying a variety of things from passengers to materials for industrialization. Now famous for viewing the cherry blossoms, get some great photos during your stay in Kyoto.

Spot NameKeage Incline
Postal Code〒606-8435
AddressNanzen-ji, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City
Telephone Number075-343-0548
Official URLhttps://kyoto-design.jp/spot/2724
KeywordsBeautiful Scenery

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Frequently asked questions

What is Keage Incline?
Walk the world's longest disused rail slope under a cherry blossom tunnel.
Where is Keage Incline?
Keage Incline is located at Nanzen-ji, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City.
Can I visit Keage Incline with a local guide?
Yes. WOW U lists activities around Keage Incline hosted by Locals, the local guides who live in the area.
What is WOW U?
WOW U is a booking platform that connects travellers directly with local guides in Japan, called Locals. You book, message your Locals host and pay on WOW U, and every experience can be reviewed afterwards. More than 6,100 Locals are registered on WOW U. Reviews left by travellers average 4.7 out of 5.