Best Architecture around Kansai Spot List

A temple famous for its Bone Buddhas

Fallen leaves on the road to the temple invite you to this high-status monzeki temple

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

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

The abbot’s chambers are surrounded by four gardens

This Buddhist school was established by the Chinese monk Jianzhen

A school that embodies the dreams of Buddhist teacher Kobo Daishi

View the world six meters below the water surface

Known for its god that brings economic blessings

Check out the ”Sento Kuyo” ceremony on summer nights

The nation’s head Koyasan Shingon-shu temple

An ancient temple supported by common people

A shrine to visit for breaking bad habits or starting good ones

Famous for its majestic, moss-covered garden

This imposing temple serves as a center for Shugendo asceticism

A popular spot for taking commemorative photos

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.

Marvel at the sight of money being produced before you

Founded in 1895 for the 1,100th anniversary of the relocation of the capital city to the Heian-kyo, the shrine reproduces the Imperial Palace of the Heian-kyo. It enshrines Emperor Kanmu and Emperor Komei.

Several hundred structures are scattered across Mt. Hiei