Best Temples Spot List

Make your wishes at Nariai-ji Temple

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

A temple founded in Higashiyama by Hideyoshi Toyotomi's wife, Nene, to mourn his passing and pray for his soul. The nighttime illuminations in spring, summer and fall are beautiful to see.

Featuring a garden created by Motonobu Kano

The Matsuchiyama Shoden Honryu-in Temple close to Senso-ji Temple, is recognized as a ”power spot” by the common people. On this spot they pray for the material benefits in this world. With Y-shaped daikon radishes and kinchaku (Japanese traditional style pouch) people pray for finding a suitable marriage partner and for matrimonial happiness.

The object of worship here is Amida Nyorai and the statue of Prince Shotoku in the main hall is an important cultural property

The head temple of the Rinzai sect's Tofuku-ji School, which has Japan's largest monastery and oldest San-mon gate. It is known as one of Kyoto's best places to view autumn leaves.

A temple associated with Heian-era poet Ariwara no Narihara

Famous for its connection to Honen and it’s beauty in autumn

Happiness arrives with the buzzing of bell crickets

Indulge in tea while gazing at the garden

The roads are covered with colorful leaves in autumn

This temple is the daihonzan (head temple) of the Kencho-ji Temple school of the Rinzai sect and ranks first among the Kamakura Gozan (Kamakura's Five Great Zen Temples). It has a number of national treasures, cultural assets, and historical structures. The Sanmon (three gates) are a must-see.

This temple guesthouse is home to national treasures

Where the successful Hideyoshi Toyotomi worshipped the three-faced Daikokuten

Worshipers are charmed by the many flowers and large Kannon statue

Featuring a wooden statue of a historical Shogun from the Ashikaga period

A majestic temple and garden with beautiful Arashiyama in the background

The resting place of the Tsugaru family