Surrounded by the old-growth forest of Tadasu-no-Mori, the shrine has records that date back before Christ. It is also renowned as a spiritual place believed to bring good luck in romance.
The mountain villa where a scholar lived a secluded life
Autumn colors light up the moss garden in this temple's garden of enlightenment
Now the oldest and most comprehensive botanical gardens in all of Japan
Renowned for its famous Somei spring water and bush clover flowers
An ancient temple with a beautiful garden, connected to Murasaki Shibibu
Known by locals as “Kurodani-san”
Famous for its connection to Honen and it’s beauty in autumn
One of the Monzeki temples of the Tendai sect that enshrines the National Treasure Amida Sanzon (Amida Triad) statue in eternal tranquility.
Indulge in tea while gazing at the garden
An elegant temple with a Japanese rock garden and wonderful autumn foliage
Famous for its beautiful cherry blossoms and autumn leaves
Occasionally open seasonally for cherry blossom, azalea, and fall leaves viewing
Stroll along the heart-shaped pond in the garden
The scattered fallen leaves in autumn are beautiful
Lots to enjoy, lots of ways to enjoy it
Be healed by the wabi-sabi of this Muromachi-period elegant garden that transcends space and time