A famous location for autumn leaves, connected to Kukai (Kobo-daishi)
The head temple of the Rinzai sect, known as the highest-ranked Zen temple in Japan.
Quietly praying to the rakan statues on the hillsides
Ono no Komachi concealed herself here amongst the plum blossoms
Enjoy the burning red foliage in autumn and the cherry blossoms and rhododendrons in spring
A massive triple gate welcomes you to the head temple for the Obaku sect of Zen Buddhism
An ancient temple known as an exemplary viewing spot for autumn leaves since the Heian period.
Known by locals as “Kurodani-san”
This is a temple erected at the wish of Keishoin, the real mother of Shogun Tsunayoshi Tokugawa. The main hall, remaining in its original state from the Genroku period, has been designated as a National Important Cultural Property.
The head temple of the Myoshin-ji Temple school of the Rinzai sect. It is Japan's largest Zen temple, with 46 sub-temples.
A spiritual area surrounding Kobo Daishi’s mausoleum
Shitenno-ji Temple is the oldest state-built Buddhist temple in Japan, established in 593 by Prince Shotoku. The architectural structures seen today are faithful reproductions of the temple's original appearance.
The temple is the oldest one in Kamakura, founded by a high priest called Gyoki. Its principal image of worship is the three figures of eleven-faced Kan'non, and the temple ground is covered with various flowers throughout the seasons.
A little-known temple hidden deep in the mountains
An ancient temple with a beautiful garden, connected to Murasaki Shibibu
Famous for its tea room, ”Hasso-no-seki”
Beloved Buddha artifacts inside the school of Heijo Palace
The historic, symbolic spot of Namba. Always popular with tourists
The mountain villa of Minamoto no Toru, the model for Hikaru Genji
Featuring a garden created by Motonobu Kano