Kyoto City? Temples and Shrines List ?

This temple was originally a detached palace built by Emperor Go-Mizunoo in 1639. Later, in 1678, it became a temple of the Rinzai school of Zen Buddhism. The dry landscape garden in front of the guest hall is said to have been built in a location that offers the most beautiful view of Mount Hiei.

Myomanji Temple is the head temple of the Kenpon Hokke sect. This is the place associated with the legend of Kiyohime, who fell in love with the monk Anchin but was rejected, and then transformed into a giant snake to pursue him. The garden known as the "Snow Garden" is also famous.

This is a prestigious temple where the head priest has historically been a descendant of the Imperial family. There are two gardens on the temple grounds. In the seasons of fresh green leaves and autumn foliage, the way the colors of the leaves are reflected on the floorboards is exceptionally beautiful.

This shrine is known for its blessings in curing children's illnesses and stopping night crying. This deity uses doves as messengers. Even today, many goods related to doves are sold. There is a museum that displays a large number of votive tablets discovered on the grounds of a shrine.

This is a shrine dedicated to Prince Sawara. After his tragic death, an epidemic broke out in Kyoto, and it was said to be his curse. Therefore, this shrine was established to appease his spirit. In Japan, it is believed that by respectfully enshrining fearsome vengeful spirits, one can receive their great power.

This temple was devastated during the Onin War (1467-1477) and was rebuilt in its current location in 1662. It is famous for its Japanese gardens with ponds for viewing. The green maple leaves in early summer and the vibrant autumn foliage are particularly spectacular.

Konpukuji Temple was founded in 864. This temple is known for being a place where Matsuo Basho (1644-1694), one of Japan's most famous haiku poets, stayed. It later fell into disrepair, but was revived by Yosa Buson (1716-1784), a haiku poet and painter.

This temple was founded in 984. The principal image of worship is Amida Buddha (Amitabha), who is said to save women. The main hall, built in 1717, is designated as an Important Cultural Property. Built in 1817, the three-story pagoda is approximately 30 meters (98.43 feet) tall.

It was founded in 859 on Yoshida Mountain as a shrine to protect Kyoto. The grounds of Yoshida Shrine are very large and contain many subsidiary shrines and smaller shrines. Among them, the most unusual is the Kaso Shrine, which enshrines the deities of sweets.

Shakuzenin Temple was founded around the Kamakura period (1185-1333). In 1880, it merged with the nearby Junteido temple and became known as Shakuzenin-zyunteido. The memorial service held every year on February 23rd is believed to offer protection against theft and bring prosperity to the family.