Miyama

Miyama (美山) is a rural area located in the northern part of Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. It is known for its scenic beauty, traditional thatched-roof houses, and rich cultural heritage.

The thatched-roof houses, known as kayabuki, are a unique feature of Miyama and are still inhabited by local residents. These houses are made from natural materials such as straw, bamboo, and wood, and have a distinctive and rustic charm. Visitors can take a walk or bike ride through the area and see the houses up close, or even stay in one of the traditional houses that have been converted into guesthouses.

Miyama is also home to several shrines and temples, including the Chii Hachiman Shrine. These shrines and temples are important cultural and religious sites and are surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes.

Visitors to Miyama can also enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and river rafting, as well as traditional Japanese crafts such as weaving and pottery making. The area is also known for its delicious local cuisine, which includes traditional dishes made from locally sourced ingredients such as river fish, wild mushrooms, and bamboo shoots.

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Getting there

By Train and Bus

From Kyoto Station:

Take a local or rapid train on the JR Sagano Line to Hiyoshi Station (45 minutes, 770 yen)
Transfer to a Nantan Bus to Miyama (50 minutes, 600 yen to Kita)

Total journey time: About 1 hour 35 minutes
Buses run hourly

By Bus Through Mountains

From Kyoto Station:

Take JR bus to Shuzan (90 minutes, 1080 yen)
Transfer to infrequent Nantan Bus to Miyama (30 minutes, 600 yen)

By Car

From Kyoto:

Via Sonobe: Take Kyoto Jukan Expressway, exit at Sonobe Interchange, then northeast on route 19
Via Takao: Take National Route 162 through mountains
Journey time: About 90 minutes
Tolls: Around 1000 yen via expressway

Miyama Folk Museum

Hours	10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Admission	Adults: 300 yen Children: Free
Phone	+81 771-77-0587
Address	Nakamaki-15 Miyamachokita, Nantan, Kyoto 601-0712
Resource	https://kayabukinosato.jp/