Sagano Romantic Train VR360 | Arashiyama Open-Air Rich Car Ride | Kyoto, Japan

Experience the Sagano Romantic Train in Kyoto from the open-air “Rich Car” — Car No. 5, a special coach with no window glass.

This VR360 ride captures the scenery of the Hozu Gorge between Arashiyama and Kameoka, with the sound of the train, the wind, tunnels, forested mountains, and the Hozu River below. The Rich Car offers a more direct and immersive view of the valley, letting you feel the open atmosphere of this classic sightseeing train.

Along the way, we were lucky to spot the traditional Hozugawa River boats. These boats travel through the Hozu River’s deep pools and rapids on a scenic journey of about two hours from Kameoka to Arashiyama.

This video was filmed aboard the current generation of the Sagano Romantic Train during its “Last Run” year. A new train is planned to be introduced in spring 2027, and the current cars are scheduled to retire after their 2026 service.

Filmed in Kyoto, Japan
Created by BAKANCE INC.