Miyama Kayabuki no Sato

“Thatched roofs dusted in snow — a village frozen in old Japan.”

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Miyama Kayabuki no Sato (Thatched Roof Village) located in the Miyama district of Kyoto, is famous for being a small but beautiful hamlet of old thatched roof farmhouses. Built using traditional techniques, the historical thatched roof farmhouses and surround wooded areas and farmland make for quite the picturesque Japanese scenery regardless of the season. Enjoy beautiful greenery during the summer months and snow-topped houses during the winter months.

Photograph provided by KYOTO MIYAMA TOURISM ASSOCIATION

Spot NameMiyama Kayabuki no Sato
Postal Code〒601-0712
AddressMiyama-cho Kita, Nantan City, Kyoto
Telephone Number0771-75-1906
Official URLhttps://miyamanavi.com/en/sightseeing/kayabuki-no-sato
KeywordsBeautiful Scenery, Culture Experience, Outdoor Activities

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Frequently asked questions

What is Miyama Kayabuki no Sato?
Thatched roofs dusted in snow — a village frozen in old Japan.
Where is Miyama Kayabuki no Sato?
Miyama Kayabuki no Sato is located at Miyama-cho Kita, Nantan City, Kyoto.
Can I visit Miyama Kayabuki no Sato with a local guide?
Yes. WOW U lists activities around Miyama Kayabuki no Sato 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.