Author: tanzan
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Plum Blossom Festival at Kitano Tenmangu
The Plum Blossom Festival (Baika-sai) and outdoor tea ceremony (nodate) at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine in Kyoto are significant annual events that honor the memory of Sugawara no Michizane, the shrine’s enshrined deity. Annual events of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine Plum Blossom Festival (Baika-sai) The Baika-sai is held annually on February 25th, which marks the death anniversary…
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Kifune Shrine and Kawadoko river restaurants
Kifune Shrine Nestled in the lush mountains of northern Kyoto, Kifune Shrine is a hidden gem that offers visitors a serene escape from the bustling city center. This ancient shrine, dedicated to the god of water and rain, is not only a spiritual powerhouse but also a gateway to one of Kyoto’s most enchanting summer…
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Jingoji Temple
Jingoji Temple, nestled in the serene mountains of northwestern Kyoto, is a hidden gem that offers visitors a profound glimpse into Japan’s rich Buddhist heritage. This ancient temple, founded in the 8th century, is a testament to the enduring spiritual traditions of Kyoto and provides a tranquil escape from the bustling city center. Jingoji Official…
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Saimyoji Temple
Saimyoji Temple, located in the Takao area of Kyoto, is a hidden gem that offers visitors a serene retreat into nature and history. This ancient temple, founded in the early 9th century, is one of the three famous temples in the Takao region, collectively known as “Sanbi”. Temple’s official WEB site Historical Significance Saimyoji Temple…
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Kozanji Temple
Kozanji Temple (officially Kosanji Temple), located in the Togano area of Kyoto, is a Shingon Buddhist temple. It was originally founded in 774 during the late Heian period. It was originally a sub-temple of Jingoji Temple. In 1206, Emperor Go-Toba granted the temple grounds to the monk Myoe, who revived it under the name Kosanji.…
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Evening of moon viewing at Daikakuji Temple
The Kangetsu-no-yube (Evening of Moon Viewing) at Daikakuji Temple in Kyoto is a prestigious annual event that offers visitors a chance to experience the elegance of ancient Japanese moon-viewing traditions. Held for three days around the time of the harvest moon in September, this event takes place at Osawa Pond, one of Japan’s three most…
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Tea ceremonies in Kodaiji Temple
Would you like to enjoy tea ceremonies in the prestigious Kodaiji Temple? It can be an outstanding experience in Kyoto. Tea ceremonies in Kyoto Several places provide experiencing Japanese traditional tea ceremonies in Kyoto. Such services include Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony: Camellia Flower Teahouse and others. If you follow the link above, you can find…
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Senkoji Temple
Senkoji Temple is a small temple located in Arashiyama, Kyoto. It is located across the Katsura River from the popular Arashiyama area. A 20-minute walk along the river across the Togetsukyo Bridge brings you to Senkoji Temple. Senkoji Temple was built by Suminokura Ryoi, a wealthy merchant of the Edo period. He relocated Senkoji Temple,…
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Okochi Sanso Garden
As you head west through the bamboo forest of Arashiyama, you will come to the Ogura mountain. There you will find the entrance to Okochi Sanso Garden. Kyoto City Official Travel Guide Okochi Sanso Garden is a mountain villa garden located in Saga. It was painstakingly created over a 30-year period by renowned Showa-era actor…
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Gansenji Joruriji Hiking
Gansenji Joruriji Hiking is one of the best light hikes that can be done as a day trip from Kyoto. Both Gansenji Temple and Joruriji Temple are located in the mountains of Kizugawa City, near Nara, and offer important cultural assets and national treasures, including buildings and Buddhist statues dating from the Heian and Kamakura…
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Tenju-an Temple
Tenju-an Temple, a sub-temple of Nanzenji Temple, is a historic Zen temple in the Sakyo Ward of Kyoto City. It belongs to the Rinzai sect’s Nanzen-ji branch. The temple was founded in 1339 during the early Northern and Southern Courts (Nanbokucho) period. It was established by Kokan Shiren, the 15th abbot of Nanzenji, with the…
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Gansenji Temple
Gansenji Temple: A Tranquil Sanctuary Steeped in History and Culture Nestled in the picturesque hills of Kizugawa City, Kyoto Prefecture, Gansenji Temple is a serene sanctuary surrounded by beautiful nature. Renowned for its exquisite architecture, stunning gardens, and valuable cultural treasures, this temple offers visitors a profound and moving experience. This article delves into the…
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Joruriji Temple
Joruriji Temple, also known as Joruri Temple, is a historic and culturally significant temple located in the Kizugawa City of Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. It is not in the Kyoto City, and it takes about 2 hours by public transport. Joruriji Temple is famous for its beautiful gardens, ancient structures, and the rich cultural heritage it…
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Kyoto to Shirakawago day trip
We offer private Kyoto to Shirakawago day trip You can start from Kyoto, Osaka or other major cities along the Tokaido Shinkansen line. It is also possible to take this tour if you are traveling from Kyoto (Osaka) to Tokyo or vice versa. Contact us from here Are you staying in Kyoto and like to…
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Unryuin, Sennyuji
Unryuin is a significant sub-temple of Sennyuji Temple, located in the eastern hills of Kyoto. Founded in 1372 by Emperor Go-Kogon, it has a rich history deeply intertwined with the imperial family. As a special head temple of the Shingon Sennyuji sect, Unryuin holds a prestigious status within Japanese Buddhism. Temple’s official WEB site Historical…
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Sennyuji Temple
Nestled in the serene Higashiyama district of Kyoto, Sennyuji Temple, known as “Mitera,” offers a tranquil retreat. Founded in the 9th century, this temple is a significant site for cultural heritage and historical art. This temple is the head temple of Sennyuji Sect of Shingon School of buddhism. Official WEB site Historical Significance Sennyuji has…