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A school that embodies the dreams of Buddhist teacher Kobo Daishi

The scattered fallen leaves in autumn are beautiful

Make your wishes at Nariai-ji Temple

Here resides the god who watches over Kyoto's kitchens

The head shrine of Oshu, boasting 1,200 years of history

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

Known as the shinto shrine related to Yoshida Shoin, a samurai clan member of the Choshu Domain who had enormous influence on the movement to topple the Edo Shogunate during the mid-19th century. Now deified, he has become popular as a god of academic success.

A majestic temple and garden with beautiful Arashiyama in the background

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.

This temple guesthouse is home to national treasures

Tie your prayers under the branches of the willow trees

A guardian shinto shrine in northern Shinagawa-shuku. Best known for its portable shrines during the annual Shinagawa Shrine Festival in June.

The abbot’s chambers are surrounded by four gardens

Featuring a garden created by Motonobu Kano

The National Diet Building is the center of law-making in Japan. Visitors can tour the building and observe the creativity and originality that were poured into the design of the building, including its stained glass windows and ceilings.

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

A spiritual area surrounding Kobo Daishi’s mausoleum

With a history of over 100 years, Tsutenkaku Tower is a symbol of Naniwa, Osaka, and is protected by the third-generation blonde Billiken.

A stock exchange that offers tours. It is a symbol of Japanese economy where an estimated 61,000 people visit annually.

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.