Best Temples Spot List

A beautiful temple like the Pure Land itself that illustrates the prosperity of the Fujiwara regency during the late Heian Period.

An elegant temple with a Japanese rock garden and wonderful autumn foliage

This ancient temple was erected by Empress Komyo

An ancient temple supported by common people

Worshipers are charmed by the many flowers and large Kannon statue

Ono no Komachi concealed herself here amongst the plum blossoms

Famous for its beautiful cherry blossoms and autumn leaves

Famous for its connection to Honen and it’s beauty 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.

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

Enjoy the burning red foliage in autumn and the cherry blossoms and rhododendrons in spring

A Zen temple of the Rinzai School built in the scenic area of Arashimaya in Kyoto. It was built by Takauji Ashikaga in memory of the recently deceased Emperor Go-Daigo.

Two different windows overlooking a garden

Famous for its majestic, moss-covered garden

Stroll along the heart-shaped pond in the garden

The mountain villa of Minamoto no Toru, the model for Hikaru Genji

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, known as the highest-ranked Zen temple in Japan.

One of the Monzeki temples of the Tendai sect that enshrines the National Treasure Amida Sanzon (Amida Triad) statue in eternal tranquility.

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