Kyoto City? Temples and Shrines List ?

Saiunji Temple was founded in 1569. In the 19th century, the temple's head priest became famous for his affectionate treatment of a raccoon dog that lived on the hillside behind the temple. Many visitors came to see it, and people began to offer raccoon dog figurines as offerings.

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.

Rokkakudo Temple was founded in 587 by Prince Shotoku, who spread Buddhism throughout Japan. In Japanese, "Rokkaku" refers to a hexagonal shape. Its official name is Chohoji, but it is known by this name because the shape of its main hall is hexagonal.

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 god of pottery, was enshrined there, making it famous as a pottery shrine.

Kyoto-Ebisu-jinja shrine was built in 1202 as the guardian shrine of Kenninji Temple. It is considered one of the three greatest Ebisu shrines in Japan. Ebisu is depicted holding a fishing rod and a sea bream, and is believed to bring good fortune for safe voyages and travels, as well as success in fishing and business.

Kichijoin-Tenmangu Shrine was built in 934 on the site where Sugawara no Michizane was born. The cattle is a messenger of Sugawara no Michizane. There is a golden reclining cattle with a hole in it in the precincts. It is said that if anyone takes the exam, they will pass if they pass through this hole.

Kodaiji Temple was founded in 1606 by Nene, the wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, to commemorate him, who rose from a peasant background to unify Japan. While daytime visits are also enjoyable, the nighttime visits held in spring and autumn are especially recommended.