The Kurama Fire Festival is held on October 22 of the year. The place is in Yuki Shrine and the surrounding area, but honestly, there is not enough space to see. On top of that, it may be held on Sundays and it can be quite crowded, so be careful. The festival itself is held in the morning, but the torture with the torches that are the highlight of the festival is from 18:00, … [Read more...] about Kurama Fire Festival, Kyoto
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Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kyoto
Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture is a synonym for Kyoto. Speaking of Kyoto? The more people who think “Kiyomizu-dera” in response to this question, the more representative tourist spots in Kyoto. There will be many people who have actually visited Kiyomizu-dera Temple, which is still one of the most popular tourist spots in Kyoto that is extremely … [Read more...] about Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kyoto
Toji Temple, Kyoto
Known for its five-storied pagoda in Minami-ku, Kyoto, Toji Temple is one of the most popular tourist spots in Kyoto that boasts numerous national treasures and important cultural properties. It is also registered as a World Heritage site as “an ancient Kyoto cultural asset”. Toji, located in Kujo-cho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, is called the “Kyoogokoku-ji Temple” in the main temple … [Read more...] about Toji Temple, Kyoto
Kyoto Gozan Okuribi, Kyoto
Kyoto Gozan Okuribi (Mountain Bonfire) is a traditional bonfire tradition event that takes place every year in August at Mt. Nyoigatake in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto. It is widely known throughout Japan as “Daimonji-yaki” and “Daimonji-no-Okuribi”, but it is officially called “Gozan Okuribi”. The spirit of the dead, "Seirei", welcomed to the Bon Festival, has a religious meaning that … [Read more...] about Kyoto Gozan Okuribi, Kyoto
Aoi Matsuri Festival, Kyoto
Kyoto, which has abundant tourism resources, is a popular area that is always supported by the top rankings of "tourist destinations you want to visit." The Gion Festival held in July is famous for the festival in Kyoto, but the Aoi Matsuri Festival, which has over 1000 years of history, is also a representative festival in Kyoto. It is one of the three major festivals in … [Read more...] about Aoi Matsuri Festival, Kyoto
Byodoin-Hoo-Do (Byodoin Phoenix Hall), Kyoto
The world heritage "Byodoin-Hoo-Do" (Phoenix Hall) is located in Uji City, the southern part of Kyoto City. From Japan Railway Kyoto Station to Uji Station, it takes about 20 minutes. From there, you can reach Byodo-in Temple in about 8 minutes on foot. It can be said that it is an easy-to-visit tourist spot that is easily accessible from Osaka. In addition, there are many … [Read more...] about Byodoin-Hoo-Do (Byodoin Phoenix Hall), Kyoto
Iwakura Jisso-in, Kyoto
Iwakura Jissoin Temple is a beautiful place where you can enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the floor where the fresh greenery is reflected in spring and the autumn leaves are reflected in autumn. Although it is located in the north of Kyoto, it is a popular spot where there are no days when tourists do not visit. It's not big at all, but it also brings out Kyoto. It is a temple … [Read more...] about Iwakura Jisso-in, Kyoto
Houkyou-in Temple, Kyoto
There are many sightseeing spots in Arashiyama and Sagano area in Kyoto, including Tenryu Temple and Togetsu Bridge. When it comes to cherry blossoms and autumn leaves, many tourists visit and Togetsubashi is full of tourists and it is very crowded. Houkyou-in Temple was built during the Heian period as Emperor Shirakawa's chokugan-ji (temple built at the order of the … [Read more...] about Houkyou-in Temple, Kyoto
Otaimatsu-shiki (Torches Festival), Kyoto
March 15 is "Nehane" (anniversary of Buddha's death), which is considered to be the day the Buddha died. In fact, the Buddha's death date is February 15 of the old calendar, and the new calendar date is about March 15, one month later. "Nehanzu" (an image of a recumbent Buddha) will be released at Seiryoji Temple as well as Tofukuji Temple, Sennyuji Temple, Shinnyodo, Honpoji … [Read more...] about Otaimatsu-shiki (Torches Festival), Kyoto
Kifune-jinja Shrine, Kyoto
Kifuna Shrine located in Sakyo-ku, Kyoto and at the foot of Mt. Kurama is located about 40 minutes by car from the city. You can see beautiful scenery during the seasons such as spring fresh green and autumn leaves, and snowfall light up in winter. Many worshipers visit every day to see a photogenic shrine that shines on nature. A stone stairway approach with "Kasuga-dourou" … [Read more...] about Kifune-jinja Shrine, Kyoto