Best Architecture around Kansai Spot List

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

A shrine to the south of the imperial palace for gods who offer directional protection

The traditional god of learning

An old shrine known as “Ebessan” to Osaka’s merchants

Where the emperors and nobles enjoyed themselves

A lodging facility for guests on their way to visit Ise Jingu Shrine

A temple built upon the request of Emperor Tenmu during the Hakuho Period. Reconstructed in recent years, the temple structures showcase beautiful, vibrant colors.

A unique, symmetrical building

One of the Monzeki temples of the Tendai sect that enshrines the National Treasure Amida Sanzon (Amida Triad) statue in eternal tranquility.

Famous for its beautiful cherry blossoms and autumn leaves

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.

A temple that has existed since the Warring States period and is connected to Nobunaga

A crimson tower glistening in the ocean and sky

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.

Where the successful Hideyoshi Toyotomi worshipped the three-faced Daikokuten

The head shrine of all the Inari-jinja shrines across Japan. Its approximately 1,000 photogenic torii gates (an archway to a Shinto shrine) attract many visitors.

A foreign residence of highly exotic, colonial design

Renowned for its famous Somei spring water and bush clover flowers

Beloved Buddha artifacts inside the school of Heijo Palace

Nara's symbol, the world's largest bronze statue of Rushana Daibutsu is seated in the Great Buddha Hall located in the vast grounds. The temple has been designated as a World Heritage site.