Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama

嵐山モンキーパークいわたやま

Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama is on a hill in Arashiyama, western Kyoto, and is home to a troop of about 120 wild Japanese macaques. The visitors' center stands 160 meters above sea level and has a wide view over the city of Kyoto. Visitors can watch the monkeys up close and buy snacks such as peanuts and apples in the center.

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Visitor information

Opening hours: 9:00–16:00.
Closed: Closed irregularly.
Getting there: About 5 minutes on foot from Hankyu Arashiyama Station, or 3 minutes from the Kyoto Bus stop Nakanoshima.

Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.

Good to know

Do not feed the monkeys directly; keep a safe distance.

Tips for Muslim visitors

Feeding the monkeys by hand outside is against the rules. You can buy peanuts or apples inside the visitor centre and feed them through the wire mesh.
You can get close to the monkeys, but you are expected to keep a safe distance.
Aquariums and zoos take a few hours to see. Plan a prayer time in your visit and check the map for quiet spaces.
Snack stands may sell sausages and other pork products. Check the ingredients or bring your own snacks where allowed.
Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Kyoto and the verified places to pray nearby.