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Higashi Honganji is the head temple of the Jodo Shinshu sect “Shinshu Otani sect”. Shoseien Garden, located in the enclave across Karasuma-dori, is also known as a famous spot for cherry blossoms and autumn foliage. Nishi Hongan-ji Temple is Hongan-ji Temple,…
Kyō-ō-gokoku-ji Temple in Kyoto is also known as the much easier to say Tō-Ji Temple and is famed for its striking five-storied pagoda. It’s the tallest pagoda in Japan at 55m and is a national treasure. In 823, Kukai (Kobo…
Miyama Nature and Culture Village is a leisure facility surrounded by nature along the Yura River. Outdoor recreational facilities such as apple orchards and campsites are scattered in nature, and it is impossible to see them all in one day. …
Urashima Shrine was built in 825 and is dedicated to Urashima Taro as the Great Tsutsukawa Myojin. As you may guess from the Name, the shrine is very famous for its connection with the legend of Urashima, and various treasures…
The Kyoto Gyoen National Garden is a huge park that includes the Kyoto Imperial Palace, Sento Gosho and Omiya Gosho. It is located in the center of Kyoto city and covers an area of about 650,000 square meters. It used to be…
The Kyoto Station Building is one of the largest station buildings in Japan, with an all-over futuristic atmosphere. The Kyoto Station Building is one of the largest station buildings in Japan, with a futuristic atmosphere. The CUBE, a specialty shopping…
Hokanji Temple is a temple of the Rinzai sect known for its five-story pagoda called Yasaka-to (Important Cultural Property). It is said to have a very old history and was founded by Prince Shotoku in the Asuka Period. However, numerous…
Nishi Honganji Temple is the head temple of the Honganji School of Jodo Shinshu. Its official name is Ryukokuzan Honganji Temple. It is also called “Onishi-san” by the local people of Kyoto. After the separation of Higashi-Honganji, both schools became…
Kyoto Tower is an observation tower that stands in front of the Karasuma Exit of JR Kyoto Station. It is the tallest structure in the city, standing 131 m (660 ft) tall including the base building (Kyoto Tower Building). It…
