Articles from Ryoma Sakamoto and the Shinsengumi are on display
Flowers blossom throughout the seasons at this temple, also known as “The Flower Temple”
The inner sanctuary is the oldest example of Shinto architecture in Japan
One of the Monzeki temples of the Tendai sect that enshrines the National Treasure Amida Sanzon (Amida Triad) statue in eternal tranquility.
The object of worship here is Amida Nyorai and the statue of Prince Shotoku in the main hall is an important cultural property
Known by locals as “Kurodani-san”
The head shrine of all the Tenman-gu shrines in Japan, affectionally called ”Kitano no Tenjin-san.” The shrine is dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane.
Famous for its majestic, moss-covered garden
Happiness arrives with the buzzing of bell crickets
The head temple of the Rinzai sect, known as the highest-ranked Zen temple in Japan.
Enjoy views in every season
Don't miss seeing the resting place for Shinsengumi members, Mibu-zuka
The head temple of the Shingon Sect's Omuro School. Holding a long association with the Imperial Household, the temple is also well known for its late-blooming cherry trees called Omuro-zakura.
Successive generations of emperors lived at the site of these historical remains
The homeland of a goddess at Ise Grand Shrine, located in the old Tango Province
Where the emperors and nobles enjoyed themselves
The head temple of the Myoshin-ji Temple school of the Rinzai sect. It is Japan's largest Zen temple, with 46 sub-temples.
The main training center for Shingon Esoteric Buddhism with its iconic five-story pagoda, the key landmark of Kyoto's scenery. The temple is known as ”Daishi's temple.”
Kamigamo-jinja Shrine is one of the oldest shrines in Kyoto, founded during the mythical age. It is famous for its Aoi Festival (Kamo Festival) and is registered as a World Heritage Site.
The head temple of the Rinzai sect's Tofuku-ji School, which has Japan's largest monastery and oldest San-mon gate. It is known as one of Kyoto's best places to view autumn leaves.