京都VLOG – 比叡山 日吉大社 延暦寺 | Kyoto’s Mount Hiei Day Tour
交通：
大阪梅田出发：
JR新快速: 从大阪梅田站搭乘JR新快速前往比叡山坂本站。车程约30-40分钟。
京阪电车: 从大阪梅田站搭乘京阪电车至出町柳站，再换乘叡山电铁前往坂本站。车程约60-70分钟。
京都站出发：
JR湖西线: 从京都站搭乘JR湖西线至比叡山坂本站。车程约30分钟。
京阪电车: 从京都站搭乘京阪电车至出町柳站，再换乘叡山电车前往坂本站。车程约40分钟。
比睿山内交通： 睿山缆车、索道、睿山电铁等。
建议：
购买比睿山一日券: 方便乘坐各种交通工具，节省费用。
提前查询列车时刻表: 特别是节假日或旅游旺季，提前查询列车时刻表，以免耽误行程。
考虑使用交通IC卡: 如Suica、ICOCA等，方便快捷。
行程安排
上午：
日吉大社： 参观朱红色鸟居、本殿等，感受古朴氛围。
坂本缆车： 乘坐缆车欣赏琵琶湖风光，前往比睿山山顶。
中午：
延历寺：
东塔地区： 参观根本中堂、大讲堂等主要建筑。
西塔地区： 探索隐藏在山林中的寺庙和景观。
横川地区： 享受山间静谧，品尝素食料理。
午餐： 在延历寺内的餐厅或附近的茶屋品尝素食料理或当地特色小吃。
下午：
睿山架空索道： 乘坐索道下山，欣赏壮丽山景。
睿山电铁： 乘坐睿山电铁，欣赏红叶隧道（秋季限定）。
其他：
八濑： 若时间充裕，可前往八濑，感受古都风情。
坂本： 逛逛坂本商店街，购买当地特产。
行程亮点
红叶隧道： 秋季限定，乘坐睿山电铁欣赏浪漫的红叶隧道。
延历寺： 探索千年古刹，感受佛教文化的深邃。
琵琶湖风光： 从缆车上欣赏壮丽的琵琶湖。
坂本小镇： 逛逛古色古香的街道，品尝当地美食。
Preparation
Transportation:
From Osaka Umeda:
JR New Rapid: Take the JR New Rapid from Osaka Umeda Station to Hieizan-Sakamoto Station. The journey takes approximately 30-40 minutes.
Keihan Electric Railway: Take the Keihan Electric Railway from Osaka Umeda Station to Demachiyanagi Station, then transfer to the Eizan Electric Railway for Hieizan-Sakamoto Station. The journey takes approximately 60-70 minutes.
From Kyoto Station:
JR Kosei Line: Take the JR Kosei Line from Kyoto Station to Hieizan-Sakamoto Station. The journey takes approximately 30 minutes.
Keihan Electric Railway: Take the Keihan Electric Railway from Kyoto Station to Demachiyanagi Station, then transfer to the Eizan Electric Railway for Hieizan-Sakamoto Station. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes.
Transportation within Mount Hiei: Eizan Cable Car, Ropeway, and Eizan Electric Railway.
Recommendation: Purchase a Mount Hiei One-Day Pass for convenient travel and cost savings.
Tips: Check train schedules in advance, especially during holidays or peak seasons. Consider using a transportation IC card such as Suica or ICOCA for convenience.
Accommodation: Consider staying in Sakamoto or Kyoto city.
Best Time to Visit: Autumn is the best season to view the autumn foliage.
Essentials: Hiking shoes or comfortable footwear, warm clothing, rain gear, camera, etc.
Itinerary
Morning:
Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine: Visit the shrine with its iconic red torii gates and main hall.
Sakamoto Cable Car: Take the cable car to enjoy the scenic views of Lake Biwa and ascend to the summit of Mount Hiei.
Afternoon:
Enryaku-ji Temple:
Eastern Tower Area: Visit the Konpon Chūdō Hall and Dai Kōdō Hall.
Western Tower Area: Explore the temples and landscapes hidden in the mountains.
Yokawa Area: Enjoy the tranquility of the mountains and savor vegetarian cuisine.
Lunch: Enjoy vegetarian cuisine or local specialties at a restaurant within Enryaku-ji Temple or nearby tea houses.
Afternoon:
Eizan Ropeway: Take the ropeway to descend the mountain and enjoy the breathtaking mountain views.
Eizan Electric Railway: Ride the Eizan Electric Railway and admire the stunning autumn foliage tunnel (seasonal).
Other Options:
Yase: If time permits, visit Yase and experience the ancient capital atmosphere.
Sakamoto: Explore Sakamoto Shopping Street and purchase local souvenirs.
Highlights
Autumn Foliage Tunnel: Enjoy the romantic autumn foliage tunnel while riding the Eizan Electric Railway (seasonal).
Enryaku-ji Temple: Explore the ancient temple and experience the depth of Buddhist culture.
Lake Biwa Views: Enjoy the magnificent views of Lake Biwa from the cable car.
Sakamoto Town: Wander through the historic streets and savor local cuisine.
Tips
Flexibility: Adjust the visiting order and stay duration based on your interests and physical condition.
Reservations: Make reservations in advance if you wish to participate in special temple events or enjoy specific dishes.
Safety: Be cautious when walking on the uneven mountain paths.
Precautions
Transportation: Check transportation information in advance to avoid delays.
Weather: Pay attention to weather forecasts and bring appropriate clothing.
Manners: Maintain silence and follow temple rules when visiting temples.
Further Reading
Mount Hiei Official Website: For the latest information and events.
Kyoto Tourism Website: For more Kyoto travel guides.
Hyperdia: A Japanese train timetable website for detailed train schedules and transfers.
Note:
JR New Rapid: A faster type of JR train with more frequent services.
Keihan Electric Railway: Offers comfortable carriages and scenic views along the route.
Eizan Electric Railway: A unique railway with large windows, perfect for sightseeing.
Choose the transportation option that best suits your starting point, time constraints, and personal preferences.