KYOTO RAKUTO Kyoto Rakuto
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Eikando Temple
Known as "Eikando of Maple Leaves," this is Kyoto's best spot for viewing autumn leaves.
One of Kyoto's oldest temples with over 1,100 years of history. The only "Mikaeri Amida" (Important Cultural Property) in Japan is enshrined here as the principal image of the temple. -
World Heritage Site Kiyomizu-dera Temple
A panoramic view of Kyoto city from the Kiyomizu stage.
A World Heritage Site, the stage (main hall) of Kiyomizu is supported by 139 round pillars, has a cypress bark roof and is an elegant building in the Shinden-zukuri style. -
World Heritage Site Ginkakuji Temple (Jishoji Temple)
Its simple appearance exudes the aesthetic sense of "wabi-sabi" and is a symbol of Higashiyama culture.
World Heritage Site. Its official name is "Jishoji Temple." It was built by the 8th Shogun, Ashikaga Yoshimasa. Ginkakuji (Kannon Hall) and Togudo (Shoin-style) are designated as national treasures. -
Kenninji Temple
The oldest Zen temple in Kyoto.
The temple was founded by Zen master Eisai, who is known as the father of tea, and who first brought tea to Japan in 1202. There is plenty to see, including the gorgeous Wind God and Thunder God paintings (replicas) and the impressive double dragon painting in the lecture hall. -
Kodaiji Temple
This temple, dedicated to Hideyoshi's wife, Nene, preserves Momoyama culture to this day.
It is known as the temple that was built in 1606 by Nene Kita no Mandokoro to pray for the soul of her husband, Toyotomi Hideyoshi. There are many things to see here, such as the garden designed by Kobori Enshu and the teahouse and umbrella pavilion designed by Sen no Rikyu. -
Konkai Komyoji Temple
Konkai-Komyoji Temple is famous as the birthplace of the Shinsengumi and also for being the headquarters of the Aizu clan.
The head temple of the Jodo sect, the first temple of the Jodo sect was founded in 1289 when the monk Honen descended from Kurodani on Mount Hiei and built a hermitage there. -
Sanjusangendo
This temple was founded by Taira no Kiyomori in 1164.
It is said that among the 1001 Thousand-Armed Kannon statues, there is sure to be a face that resembles the person you wish to meet. -
Shoren-in Temple
A prestigious temple of the Tendai sect.
It is one of the three gate sites (along with Myohoin and Sanzenin) of Enryakuji Temple on Mount Hiei, the head temple of the Tendai sect. -
Chion-in Temple
The Sanmon Gate (a national treasure), the head temple of the Jodo sect, is the largest wooden gate in Japan.
Its origins date back to 1175, when Honen Shonin, the founder of the Jodo sect, built a hermitage here. Within the grounds, there are 106 buildings of various sizes. -
Nanzenji Temple
The view from the top of the cherry blossoms is "Amazing, Amazing..."
The head temple of the Nanzenji school of the Rinzai sect of Buddhism. The Sanmon Gate, the red brick Suirokaku, and the Hojo Garden are must-sees. -
Heian Shrine
Its symbol is the gigantic torii gate, and it is known throughout the country for its Jidai Matsuri festival.
It was built in 1895 to commemorate the 1100th anniversary of the transfer of the capital to Heian. The vast gardens designed by Ogawa Jihei are also magnificent. -
Yasaka Shrine
Affectionately known to locals as "Gion-san," this ancient shrine is the venue for the Gion Festival.
An ancient shrine said to have been founded in 656. It is worshipped as a god of prosperity in business, good fortune, and protection from evil.
