Kyoto Prefecture

Jingoji is a Shingon Buddhist temple on Mount Takao, northwest Kyoto, founded in 824. It enshrines Yakushi Nyorai (Medicine Buddha) and holds 16 National Treasures. Visitors can hurl clay plates from clifftops overlooking Kiyotaki River to ward off misfortune.

Suga Jinja is a Shinto shrine in Kyoto’s Sakyo Ward, at the foot of Shogoin, known for its quiet neighborhood setting and local worship. Google Places matches the shrine location and official Kyoto Jinjacho website, while travel sources note its...

A Jodo Sect Buddhist temple in Kyoto, founded in 1603 by Tokugawa Ieyasu. Famous for its Shitsugi Jizo statue and offers authentic Japanese tea ceremonies in its historic 17thcentury grounds.

Kenkun Shrine is a Shinto shrine in northern Kyoto on Mount Funaoka, dedicated to Oda Nobunaga. Built by imperial order in the late 19th century, it offers a short uphill walk, historic atmosphere, and wide views over the city from its wooded setting.

Konchiin is a Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto’s Nanzenji complex, best known for its Crane and Turtle Garden. Its carefully framed dry landscape, historic tea room, and quiet setting make it a refined example of Kyoto Zen aesthetics and borrowed scenery.

Mikane Shrine in Kyoto’s Nakagyo Ward is a compact neighborhood shrine known for its distinctive golden torii gate and prayers for financial success. Enshrining KanayamahikonoMikoto with Amaterasu and Tsukuyomi, it draws visitors seeking prosperity and...

Perched on the eastern hills of Kyoto, Kiyomizudera Temple has been a symbol of Buddhist devotion for over twelve centuries. Founded in 778 CE by the priest Enchin, this temple is dedicated to Kannon, the bodhisattva of compassion and mercy, and is part of...

Motoise Kono Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine in Miyazu, Kyoto, associated with the legend of Motoise and located near Amanohashidate. It is known for its ancient sacred atmosphere, deep ties to local pilgrimage traditions, and forested grounds.