Best Architecture around Kansai Spot List

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

View the world six meters below the water surface

A shrine affiliated with boars and protection for the lower body

This famous western-style residence was the first to open in Kobe

Enshrines Japan's top Shinto deity

The Osawa-no-ike Pond is famous for its cherry blossoms and moon-viewing pavilion

A sacred place connected to Hideyoshi

Having many children themselves, rabbits symbolize safe child-rearing here

Tie your prayers under the branches of the willow trees

Dedicated to Toyo'uke-no-Omikami

The head temple of the Rinzai sect, known as the highest-ranked Zen temple in Japan.

Enjoy the burning red foliage in autumn and the cherry blossoms and rhododendrons in spring

A grand temple complex established on Mount Koya some 900 years ago

A massive triple gate welcomes you to the head temple for the Obaku sect of Zen Buddhism

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

Shitenno-ji Temple is the oldest state-built Buddhist temple in Japan, established in 593 by Prince Shotoku. The architectural structures seen today are faithful reproductions of the temple's original appearance.

Indulge in tea while gazing at the garden

A shrine famous for its ”Wedded Rocks”

The mystical, large torii (gateway) that appears as if it’s floating on the lake’s surface is a must-see

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.