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2022.8.31
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[Outing with Children] A stroll along the Kamogawa River to cool off

This summer has been hot anyway. Many mothers are probably wondering how to spend time with their children during this time of year when they cannot play in the park for long periods of time. We recommend a "Kamogawa River stroll" for such a summer outing with children, where you can easily play in the water and visit the Kamogawa Delta, which is lined with fashionable stores that welcome children. This article introduces a cool walking course that takes you to the Kamogawa Delta and stores that are within easy walking distance from there (TEXT/Yuri Sano).

1.[cafe planet] Recharge your energy at a newly opened stylish vegan restaurant.

cafe planet sign

[This vegetarian and vegan restaurant opened in November 2021, just a short distance from Kamogawa Delta. The restaurant offers products made from plant-based, organically grown, natural, and additive-free ingredients, making it safe to use with children. The Lemon Aid and Orange Aid drinks, which allow you to enjoy fruit with aged syrup and peel, are available for take-out at 650 yen each. Relax with a cold, stylish drink by the Kamo River.

cafe planet mini chocolate parfait

Mini chocolate parfait 900 yen

If you have time, eating in at the restaurant is also recommended. The large windows overlook the Kamo River, raising expectations for a river cruise. The 900 yen mini chocolate parfait topped with chocolate soft serve and Shiba-inu shaped cookies is a cool treat that children will love. In fact, dogs are allowed on the terrace of cafe planet, and one of the attractions for animal lovers is the chance to meet the store's signature dog, Manager Sakura.

2.[Kamo River Delta] Parents and children leap over the cute stepping stones that span the Kamo River.

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[The Kamo River Delta is the confluence of the Kamo River (Kamo River) and the Takano River. It is so called because it resembles the Greek letter Δ (delta). It is within walking distance of Keihan's Demachiyanagi Station, making it an easy place to visit. The most attractive feature of the Kamo River Delta is the stepping stones. It is cool because of its location near the water, and it is pleasant to sit on the steppingstones and enjoy a footbath, not a footbath. There are stepping stones in the shape of turtles and birds, giving the area a Kyoto-like atmosphere.

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There are three main things to keep in mind when playing in the Kamogawa Delta: First, bring swim shoes. The stepping stones are hot at certain times of the day, and the wide intervals between them make it difficult for small children to cross them all. In such cases, swim shoes are useful for both jabbing and jumping. Second, it is safer to stay away from the river on rainy days or the day after that. Stepping stones are slippery when wet, and when the water is rising, they may sink into the river and not be visible. Remember that you are playing in the river, and in some cases, it is important to have the courage not to play.

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Third, there is basically no shade, so heat stroke countermeasures such as bringing a hat and cutting out after a short time are essential. Under the bridge is an excellent resting spot, where birds come to take a break, and it is so relaxing that you forget you are in the middle of the city. Enjoy the luxury of a river cruise in Kyoto, a tourist city that attracts people from all over the world.

3.[LION KITCHEN] Dine at a restaurant that will make your children smile.

Inside the LION KITCHEN

This very popular restaurant is located in the Demachi Masugata Shopping Arcade, a 5-minute walk from Kamogawa Delta. You can walk to the restaurant through the arcade, so you don't have to worry even on hot days. One of the reasons to visit LION KITCHEN with children is the mural painted by picture book author Tomonori Taniguchi. We want to capture the smiling faces of children on camera at the restaurant, where they will feel like they are dining with lions, rabbits, and other animals. The menu includes the famous hamburger steak and other dishes from a cute menu that looks like something out of a picture book, and a children's lunch for 700 yen is also available.

LION KITCHEN Pudding

Lion pudding 400 yen

The menu also includes a variety of recommended summer dishes, such as a summer vegetable bean curry doria for 1,300 yen. Enjoy cool desserts from a wide selection, such as a mixed juice smoothie made in collaboration with Inoue Fruit Shop, a long-established store in Demachi Masugata Shopping Arcade (600 yen), lion pudding made with brand eggs (400 yen), and moist banana cake ice cream (550 yen).

4.The Kamo River, where people have come to cool off since the Heian period (794-1192)

The Kamo River Delta area has evolved over time into a bustling spot lined with wonderful stores. The Kamo River flows through the city of Kyoto, which is evolving day by day while retaining its former charm, and the time you spend with your children around the river will surely become an unforgettable memory. This summer, head to the Kamo River to cool off!

*Please note that the information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
*Since this site uses automatic translation, the translation may differ from the original Japanese content.

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