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Hokyoji Temple is a nunnery with ties to the Imperial family, where the head priest has traditionally been a princess. Because the Emperor presented dolls to the temple seasonally, this temple houses a large collection of dolls. These are open to the public every spring and autumn.

Honryuji Temple is the head temple of the Shinmon-ryu branch of the Hokke sect. It was founded in 1488. The main hall and the founder's hall are designated as important cultural properties. Having survived numerous fires, it is known as the "Temple That Never Burned."

This temple originated in 821 when Kobo Daishi enshrined a statue of Kangiten (Nandikesvara) to pray for the recovery of Emperor Saga from illness. A statue of the Thousand-Armed Kannon (Sahasrabhuja), designated as an Important Cultural Property, is enshrined here.

This temple is said to have been founded in 819 by Kobo Daishi, who spread esoteric Buddhism in Japan. Its official name is Syakuzoji, but it is affectionately known as Kuginuki-Jizo (Nail-Removing Jizo). Many people visit this temple hoping that it will relieve their pain and suffering.

Senbon-Shakado Temple was founded in 1220. Its official name is Daihoonji. The main hall is the oldest building in Kyoto City and is designated as a National Treasure. At the Treasure Hall, you can see Buddhist statues carved by Kaikei, one of Japan's most famous Buddhist sculptors.

Hirano-jinja Shrine was built within the Heijo Palace in 782, and was moved to this location in 794 when the capital was relocated to Kyoto. The main shrine has a unique structure, connecting two shrine buildings, and is designated as an Important Cultural Property.

This temple was founded in 938 by Ryogen. It is famous as the place where The Tale of Genji, written in the early 11th century, was written, a work that had a great influence on Japanese literature. In front of the main hall is the Genji Garden, which is inspired by this work.

This shrine is built on the site where the residence of Fujiwara no Yoshifusa, a powerful nobleman, is said to have stood around the 9th century. The well water that still exists in the purification fountain is said to have been used in the imperial court.

This is a sub-temple built on the north side of Toji Temple. The guest hall, built in 1605, is designated a National Treasure. There is an admission fee, but it is open to the public year-round. You can view Buddhist statues, gardens, and paintings of Miyamoto Musashi, among other things.

It is said that Wakamiya-Hachimangu shrine was founded in 1053 at the behest of Emperor Go-Reizei. The enshrined deities are Emperor Ojin, Emperor Chuai, and Empress Jingu. Furthermore, in 1949, Shiinetsuhiko-no-Mikoto, the deity of pottery, was enshrined there, making it famous as a pottery shrine.