The phrase "bamboo groves" refers to areas where many bamboo plants grow closely together. These groves are like forests or groups of trees, but instead of trees, they are made up of tall and slender bamboo plants. Full definition
Located a 20 minute train ride from the centre in the western hills it's one of the most traditional neighbourhoods where you can wander through bamboo groves, eat a fabulous Zen Buddhist meal in a temple, get up close to monkeys, and explore the quirkiest temple in Kyoto. (neverendingvoyage.com)
We then enjoy a traditional boat ride down the river, to make our way to the Arashiyama district where we visit Otagi Nenbutsu temple (which hosts 1200 completely unique stone carvings), Nonomiya Shrine, Tenryuji (and the famous bamboo grove behind it), and enjoy a beautiful view of Kyoto from the Arashiyama monkey park where macaques roam freely around the mountain. (gapyear.com)
We couldn't miss Kyoto's most famous landmark and the Arashiyama bamboo groves. (piecesofmei.com)