Best Temples Spot List

A Nichiren Buddhist temple housing Kishimojin (Hariti), the deity of easy childbirth. Steeped in nature, Kishimojin-do has been a popular site for viewing cherry blossoms since the Edo period (1603-1868).

Famous for its beautiful cherry blossoms and autumn leaves

Where the emperors and nobles enjoyed themselves

The main temple of the Shingon Sect of the Daigo School of Buddhism that stretches across Mt. Daigo. Famous for its cherry blossoms, Hideyoshi Toyotomi used to hold spring parties here to enjoy the trees when they are in bloom.

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.

Where the successful Hideyoshi Toyotomi worshipped the three-faced Daikokuten

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

Famous for its early blossoming cherry trees, which signify the coming of spring

The scattered fallen leaves in autumn are beautiful

You can experience making a Buddhist rosary using genuine stones, while looking at the graceful garden

Stroll along the heart-shaped pond in the garden

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

A temple associated with Heian-era poet Ariwara no Narihara

A famous location for autumn leaves, connected to Kukai (Kobo-daishi)

Nara's symbol, the world's largest bronze statue of Rushana Daibutsu is seated in the Great Buddha Hall located in the vast grounds. The temple has been designated as a World Heritage site.

An ancient temple known as an exemplary viewing spot for autumn leaves since the Heian period.

This large temple complex boasts a magnificent ancient hall

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

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

Featuring a garden created by Motonobu Kano