There are many historic temples and shrines in Kyoto city. You can enjoy beautiful wooden architecture, Japanese gardens, and experiences related to Buddhism and Shintoism. This is a list of recommended temples and shrines.
Kyoto City? Temples and Shrines List ?
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Nogi-jinja shrine (Kyoto) The blessings of victory
Nogi Shrine is a shrine dedicated to Nogi Maresuke and his wife, Nogi Shizuko, who made significant contributions to Japan's victory in the Russo-Japanese War. Within the shrine grounds, there is a spring of famous water from Fushimi, and it is said that drinking it will bring you good luck in winning. -
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Kanchiin temple (Kyoto)
Kanchiin Address :403 Kujocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto Access :Kintetsu Kyoto Line Toji Station > 12 minutes walk Parking :There is a parking lot(Paid) 【Map】 -
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Takio-jinja shrine (Kyoto)
Takio-jinja TEL :075-531-2551 Address :11 Chome-718 Honmachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto Access :JR Nara Line Tofukuji Station > 2 minutes walk 【Map】 -
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Gokonomiya-jinja shrine (Kyoto)
Gokonomiya-jinja TEL :075-611-0559 Address :174 Gokogumonzencho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto Access :Kintetsu Kyoto Line Momoyama Goryo-mae Station > 3 minutes walk Parking :There is a parking lot 【Map】 -
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Kadode-hachimangu shrine (Kyoto)
"Kadode" is a Japanese word meaning "departure". This place is known as the site where Ushiwakamaru (Minamoto no Yoshitsune) prayed for safe travels before setting out on his journey. He won many battles with his unconventional strategies and is famous as a historical hero. -
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Shonenji temple (Kyoto) Temple saved by a cat
Shonenji Temple was founded in 1606. The story goes that when the temple fell into ruin, a cat kept by the head priest connected with the lord and helped the temple to be restored. The pine tree in the temple grounds is said to represent a lying down cat. There were signs and charms with illustrations of cats on them. -
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Syorinji temple (Kyoto)
It is a sub-temple of Tofuku-ji Temple, founded in 1550. The statue of Vaisravana enshrined here was made during the Heian period (794-1185) and is believed to bring good fortune in wealth and victory in battle. Zen meditation sessions are available. Beginners are welcome to participate. -
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Ootoyo-jinja shrine (Kyoto)
Ootoyo-jinja shrine was founded in 887 to pray for the recovery of Emperor Uda from illness. The enshrined deity is Sukunahikona-no-Mikoto, the god of medicine. This shrine features statues of various animals, representing messengers of different gods. Mice are particularly well-known. -
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Zenkyoan temple (Kyoto) Mystical prayers and Zen meditation sessions
Zenkyoan is a sub-temple of Kenninji Temple. At Zenkyoan, prayers and Zen meditation sessions are held once a month. The prayer service will begin at 10:00, followed by a Zen meditation session around 10:30. These events are open to everyone and do not require reservations. -
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Higashi-Honganji temple (Kyoto) Morning service near Kyoto Station
At Higashi Honganji Temple, services are held every morning from 7:00 AM in the Amida Hall and the Goeido Hall. No reservation is required. Anyone can attend by going to the temple at the scheduled start time. There were over a hundred worshippers, and it was a very grand event.
