Best Architecture around Kansai Spot List

The graceful standing statue of Gigeiten is a must-see attraction

Known for its god that brings economic blessings

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 with strings of ”monkey charms”

The shrine to the north of the main hall of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, whose spirit is worshipped as a deity of marriage. A pair of guardian stones in the grounds known as ”Koi uranai-no-Ishi” dates back to the Jomon period.

A famous location for autumn leaves, connected to Kukai (Kobo-daishi)

A unique, symmetrical building

The source of worship to Nachi Falls

A thatched hut that stands in lush greenery

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

Here resides the god who watches over Kyoto's kitchens

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

Several hundred structures are scattered across Mt. Hiei

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

Marvel at the sight of money being produced before you

One of the last temples to prohibit entry to women

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

A mortuary temple for the imperial household

An ancient temple known as an exemplary viewing spot for autumn leaves since the Heian period.

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.