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End of the Philosopher's Path – View of Kyoto loop from Kyoto University North Campus

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End of the Philosopher's Path – View of Kyoto loop from Kyoto University North Campus

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End of the Philosopher's Path – View of Kyoto loop from Kyoto University North Campus

01:29

4.06km

240m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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130 m

End of the Philosopher's Path

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After about 2 km, the Philosophers' Path ends. From here, the trail continues toward Nanzen-Ji.

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456 m

A very Japanese scene

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1.37 km

Viewpoint

1.88 km

View of Kyoto

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You have a great view from up here

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3.30 km

Information sign on the Philosopher’s Path

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About halfway along the path, you can see your location on the sign.

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3.41 km

Small Café With Cake

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One of the many cafés along Philosopher's Path. Here, the selection is vast and the choice is difficult.

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4.06 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.55 km

1.20 km

997 m

227 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.98 km

1.46 km

360 m

243 m

Elevation

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

Weather

Sunday 19 July

37°C

27°C

52 %

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End of the Philosopher's Path – View of Kyoto loop from Kyoto University North Campus

End of the Philosopher's Path

A very Japanese scene

View of Kyoto

Information sign on the Philosopher’s Path

Small Café With Cake

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