Best Architecture around Kansai Spot List

Indulge in tea while gazing at the garden

The homeland of a goddess at Ise Grand Shrine, located in the old Tango Province

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

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.

Marvel at the sight of money being produced before you

Successive generations of emperors lived at the site of these historical remains

An ancient temple with a beautiful garden, connected to Murasaki Shibibu

Famous for its beautiful cherry blossoms and autumn leaves

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

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

Famous for its tea room, ”Hasso-no-seki”

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

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

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

A foreign residence of highly exotic, colonial design

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

A school that embodies the dreams of Buddhist teacher Kobo Daishi

For those who want to succeed like Hideyoshi did

An elegant temple with a Japanese rock garden and wonderful autumn foliage

Don't miss seeing the resting place for Shinsengumi members, Mibu-zuka