Best Architecture around Kansai Spot List

View the world six meters below the water surface

Known for its relation to the Fujiwara clan, this shrine boasts spectacular views of autumn foliage

Famous for its cherry blossoms and being one of Kyoto’s three Kumano Shrines

The source of worship to Nachi Falls

A temple located in the holy mountain of Kurama in Kyoto. Minamoto no Yoshitsune is said to have trained here, and visitors can feel the vibrant energy of nature and the universe.

The inner sanctuary is the oldest example of Shinto architecture in Japan

Tie your prayers under the branches of the willow trees

The head shrine of all Gion satellite shrines throughout Japan. Local residents call the shrine ”Gion-san.”

A Tendai sect temple with the magnificent natural monument, Yoryu no Matsu

Known for “the evening bell of Mii-dera”, one of the Eight Views of Omi

The mountain villa of Minamoto no Toru, the model for Hikaru Genji

Autumn colors light up the moss garden in this temple's garden of enlightenment

Dresses available for commemorative photos

Featuring a wooden statue of a historical Shogun from the Ashikaga period

Featuring a garden created by Motonobu Kano

The symbol of Osaka and loved by people as ”Mr. Taiko's castle,” the Main Tower has been designated as a registered tangible cultural property of Japan.

A temple founded in Higashiyama by Hideyoshi Toyotomi's wife, Nene, to mourn his passing and pray for his soul. The nighttime illuminations in spring, summer and fall are beautiful to see.

Famous for its deity of scholarship

A beautiful castle otherwise known as Shirasagi-jo Castle. It was Japan's first UNESCO World Heritage site.

Stroll along the heart-shaped pond in the garden