We would be truly happy if you could feel even a little of what it’s like to spend time with puppies and the joy they bring.
Here at Shoren-in Temple, Emperor Kanmu prayed for peace for the capital and buried a shogun statue inside its burial mound
Twin Dragons created during the Heisei period watch over Kyoto’s oldest Zen temple
Famous for a painted fusuma from Tohaku Hasegawa
Having many children themselves, rabbits symbolize safe child-rearing here
The shrine to the north of the main hall of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, whose spirit is worshipped as a deity of marriage. A pair of guardian stones in the grounds known as ”Koi uranai-no-Ishi” dates back to the Jomon period.
A facility introducing Kyoto’s traditional crafts
A shrine to visit for breaking bad habits or starting good ones
Don't miss seeing the resting place for Shinsengumi members, Mibu-zuka
An ancient temple known as an exemplary viewing spot for autumn leaves since the Heian period.
One of Kyoto's most renowned temples, located on the side of Mt. Otowa in the Higishiyama Range. It has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Enjoy performances from maiko up close
From crafts, paintings, and more: this museum has many famous works on display
For centuries, Nishiki Market has been known and loved as Kyoto's kitchen.
The head temple of the Jodo sect, founded at the place where Honen Shonin passed away. The magnificent monastery was built under the wing of the Tokugawa family.
The museum’s shop is a must-see, too
The main street of Gion features a machiya-style townscape on a cobblestone street
Famous for its tea room, ”Hasso-no-seki”
Walk along the train tracks as cherry blossoms fall around you
A stone paved street where shops of long standing are lined up, full of Kyoto atmosphere