The head shrine of all the Kasuga-jinja shrines all over Japan, it is located on Mt. Mikasa, which has been treated as a sacred area since ancient times. In 2018, the shrine commemorated its 1,250th anniversary.
A Cultural Procession to Celebrate the More Than 1000 Year History of Kyoto
Japan’s largest lake, replete with noteworthy places and leisure opportunities
Your all-in-one outdoor base in Kyoto's scenic Arashiyama, complete with café, accommodation, and gear.
Beloved Buddha artifacts inside the school of Heijo Palace
The Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto, a favored tourist attraction among LIVE JAPAN readers, invites you to immerse yourself in an enriching cultural experience. Just a brisk 15-minute train ride and an additional pleasant 10-minute walk from Kyoto Station, this serene escape offers a stunning backdrop for unforgettable memories. Opt for a traditional rickshaw ride while adorning a traditional kimono, and revel in the exquisite views of the bamboo groves as you capture timeless photographs. This beautiful locale represents a fusion of Japan's natural splendor and historic traditions.
The representative garden of the Meiji period in Higashiyama
Many people visit to receive divine blessing from the “kachi daruma”, said to bring good luck
Known for “the evening bell of Mii-dera”, one of the Eight Views of Omi
Enjoy Diverse Cherry Blossom Trees From Multiple Angles
Here resides the god who watches over Kyoto's kitchens
The magnificent appearance of this building is the symbol of Nakanoshima
A large commercial facility located in front of JR Osaka Station. It is one of the main Yodobashi Camera stores, with additional floors dedicated to fashion stores and restaurants.
The historic, symbolic spot of Namba. Always popular with tourists
The leading domestic collection of modern art prints
A mortuary temple for the imperial household
A grand temple complex established on Mount Koya some 900 years ago
The sunsets here are particularly beautiful
An ancient temple supported by common people
Known for its god that brings economic blessings