Best Temples around Kansai Spot List

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

The nation’s head Koyasan Shingon-shu temple

This Buddhist school was established by the Chinese monk Jianzhen

A thatched hut that stands in lush greenery

Occasionally open seasonally for cherry blossom, azalea, and fall leaves viewing

Check out the ”Sento Kuyo” ceremony on summer nights

A Zen temple of the Rinzai School built in the scenic area of Arashimaya in Kyoto. It was built by Takauji Ashikaga in memory of the recently deceased Emperor Go-Daigo.

The roads are covered with colorful leaves in autumn

Flowers blossom throughout the seasons at this temple, also known as “The Flower Temple”

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

A temple that has long protected Arima Onsen

Where the emperors and nobles enjoyed themselves

A large temple in Nara featuring many structures that illustrate the culture from the Tempyo Period. It is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Ono no Komachi concealed herself here amongst the plum blossoms

This ancient temple was erected by Empress Komyo

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

A majestic temple and garden with beautiful Arashiyama in the background

Quietly praying to the rakan statues on the hillsides

A school that embodies the dreams of Buddhist teacher Kobo Daishi

One of the last temples to prohibit entry to women