Japan Travel Catalog
Kyoto
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Gion, Higashiyama, Yamashina
Shrines & Temples
Mt. Otowa Kiyomizu-dera Temple
4.59 43A place that should be visited when traveling to Kyoto, the temple selected as a World Cultural Heritage.
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[Yasaka Shrine Travel Guide] A Famous Kyoto Power Spot for Beauty, Connections, and Good Fortune
With a long and storied history, Kyoto’s Yasaka Shrine is the head shrine of Yasaka Shrines and Gion Shrines across Japan. Enshrining a variety of high-ranking deities, it’s known as one of Kyoto’s most famous power spots, even in a city filled with temples and shrines. Beyond that, the grounds are packed with historically valuable architecture and plenty of highlights. To help you fully enjoy Yasaka Shrine and receive its many blessings, we’ll introduce the main must-sees, the best seasons to visit, and noteworthy events.
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Experience Japan’s Timeless Charm, Woven from History and Nature: A Kiyomizu-dera Travel Guide
Kiyomizu-dera is one of Kyoto’s most popular sightseeing spots, as famous as Kinkaku-ji and Arashiyama. It’s packed with highlights, from many historically valuable buildings designated as National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties to beautiful natural scenery. To help you fully enjoy Kiyomizu-dera, one of Kyoto’s must-visit attractions, we’ll introduce not only the can’t-miss highlights, but also its history and the best seasons to visit.
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Special outdoor lighting of Kyoto’s autumn leaves at Kiyomizu-dera Temple
I went to Kyoto and saw Kiyomizu-dera Temple at night for the first time. They had special outdoor lighting set up to make the autumn leaves appear even more magical than usual.
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Arashiyama, Sagano, Nishiyama
Tourist Attractions
Sagano Bamboo Grove Trail
3.96 18Green bamboos grow up to create a canopy on this trail. A beloved spot in Kyoto.
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[Togetsukyo Bridge Travel Guide] A Scenic Landmark and Iconic View Spot in Arashiyama
Togetsukyo Bridge is one of Arashiyama's most iconic attractions, drawing visitors throughout the year. Its greatest appeal lies in its picturesque scenery, which changes beautifully with the seasons, and its rich historical significance. This guide covers everything you need to know, including how to get to Togetsukyo Bridge, the best times to visit, and the area's most popular attractions. By the time you finish reading, you'll have everything you need to make the most of your visit to Togetsukyo Bridge.
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A Travel Guide to Tenryu-ji: Feel Zen in a Serene Setting
Among Kyoto’s many sightseeing spots, Tenryu-ji is one of the most popular. Its signature works, the Unryu-zu (Cloud Dragon Painting) and Daruma-zu (Daruma Painting), are images most Japanese people have seen at least once. To help you fully enjoy Tenryu-ji, we’ll introduce the history and highlights you’ll want to know. With a bit of background as well as must-see spots, you’re sure to appreciate Tenryu-ji even more.
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Amanohashidate, Maizuru, Tango
Nature Spots
Amanohashidate
3.47 12One of the Top 3 Scenic Views in Japan, with a gorgeous 3.6km landbridge dotted with over 5000 pine trees.
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Enjoy a Breathtaking View and Great Food from One of Japan’s Top Three Scenic Spots: Amanohashidate Travel Guide
Amanohashidate, one of Japan’s Three Scenic Views, is a popular destination that welcomes over 2 million visitors from around the world each year. Shaped by nature over countless years, its stunning scenery can feel completely different depending on where and how you view it. This guide highlights Amanohashidate’s seasonal beauty and focuses on four must-visit viewpoints.
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The Timeless Charm of Japan’s Three Great Views: Matsushima, Amanohashidate, and Miyajima
Known for their beautiful seas and nature, Japan’s Three Great Views are sometimes called “nature’s sculpted beauty.” Even if you’ve heard the phrase, many people aren’t quite sure which landscapes it refers to. In this article, we’ll introduce where Japan’s Three Great Views are and what makes each one special-perfect for anyone who’s new to the topic.
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Okazaki, Ginkakuji, Ohara
Shrines & Temples
Heian Jingu Shrine
3.42 9A stunning tourist spot in Kyoto renowned for its beautifully vermilion-painted buildings.
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A Sightseeing Guide to Heian Jingu Shrine, Where You Can Experience Deep History and Natural Beauty
Heian Jingu Shrine is known for its beautiful, vividly vermilion buildings. Among Kyoto’s many shrines and temples, it is one of the sightseeing spots you should especially make time to visit. In addition to its historic buildings designated as Important Cultural Properties, it also features a Japanese garden with appeal in every season, offering plenty to see. This article introduces the basic information, highlights, and more about Heian Jingu Shrine in detail. We’ll also cover nearby sightseeing spots and local food, so use this as a guide when visiting Heian Jingu Shrine.
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Kansai, where you can “Experience the Real Japan” that you have been looking for.
The Kansai region is a “treasure house of Japanese culture” with a rich cultural resource remaining from its history as a former prosperous capital. There is a new, high-quality cultural tour that offers multiple cultural experiences in special settings with top-notch people who have mastered culture, art, or faith rooted in the Kansai region. Here are some travel reports from actual tour participants. Take part in this tour that is sure to become a once-in-a-lifetime precious trip.
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Meet "real Japan" in Kansai - an exclusive experience.
Kansai Region hosted a capital city in ancient times and has served as the nation’s hub. It has produced many types of culture, which are handed down to this day. Touring the Kansai Area allows you to trace back the source of Japanese culture. The guide by the Japanese-culture-and-arts expert and the exclusive space are woven together into this acclaimed video. Enjoy a simulated cultural experience in the space usually closed off from the public.
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