If you are in Kyoto in spring or autumn, I highly recommend this cruise around the canals of Lake Biwa in a traditional boat. The view of spring cherry blossoms or the autumn leaves from the boat are truly stunning!

The cruise boats are currently operating in spring and autumn, with 3 docks to choose from to get on and off, Keage (5-min walk from Subway Keage Station), Yamashina (10-min walk from Keihan Shinomiya Station) and Otsu (4-min walk from Keihan Miidera Station).

Check the websites to see their reservation system as the cruise books pretty fast in peak season.