Serene Pleasure Deep in Kyoto's Forests

Kyoto’s bamboo forests cover the hillsides in a green blanket of splendor.  Hiking these serene areas is one of Kyoto’s unique spots and mostly free of tourists.  Many are easily accessed via bicycle.  Wondering this forested place one will hear bird calls echoing through the dense forest.  Your path will be shaded from the sun by the tall bamboo stalks that sway beautifully in the wind making a most relaxing sound.