8 Most Beautiful Bamboo Forests To Visit In Japan

1. Arashiyama, Kyoto

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2. Adashino Nenbutsuji, Kyoto

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3. Eisho-ji, Kamakura Kanagawa

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4. Higashikurumeshi Chikurin Park, Tokyo

[{"selector":"#anim-53b9de61-bfe5-4f88-a18f-bb00f7eeb6c6 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] This park has more than 2,000 bamboo trees so you must visit it! Credits: Unsplash

5. Hokokuji, Kamakura Kanagawa

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6. Jidayubori Park, Setagaya

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7. Roka Koshun-en Park, Setagaya

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8. Suzume-no Oyado Ryokuchi Park, Meguro

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