Best Architecture Spot List

Zojo-ji is one of the seven Daihonzan (head temples) of Jodo-shu Buddhism and contains many designated Cultural Properties. It is also where the souls of the Tokugawa clan are mourned.

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

Yamate 234 Ban-Kan, or the Yamate #234 Residence, is a Western-style mansion that served as an apartment building for foreign residents. The panel exhibits displayed on the first floor tell the history of the building.

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

A popular spot for taking commemorative photos

A spectacular hall of worship with 44 massive pillars

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.

This imposing temple serves as a center for Shugendo asceticism

A lodging facility for guests on their way to visit Ise Jingu Shrine

A unique, symmetrical building

A spiritual area surrounding Kobo Daishi’s mausoleum

Famous for its beautiful cherry blossoms and autumn leaves

Blessed with knowledge by Monju

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

It is the palace where the generations of Emperors and Empresses of Japan have lived starting in the Meiji era (1868-1912) to this day. You can visit the palace site as long as you obtain prior permission.

The symbol of Odawara City, Kanagawa. The former castle area is now a park beloved by town residents and has an amusement park for children.

A sacred place connected to Hideyoshi

A thatched hut that stands in lush greenery

The scattered fallen leaves in autumn are beautiful

Famous for a painted fusuma from Tohaku Hasegawa