It’s now an arts and culture space, and sometimes there are exhibitions or events. Walking around inside feels really relaxing, and you can take lots of great photos.
If you’re into old buildings and that vintage vibe, this spot is definitely worth a visit!
Former Osaka Shosen Building | Review by 簡福
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Jishu Jinja (Kyoto, Kiyomizu)
Kyoto’s famous tourist spot in Kiyomizu Temple near the Stage of Kiyomizu. It is said to have been built before the country of Japan was established while Kyoto Valley was still a lake. The shrine was worshipped as the place for longevity. The halls and the ground are designated as national important cultural properties and the world cultural heritage site.
Besides getting rid of bad luck, you can also pray for good relationships here. Most of the visitors are young women.
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Kodai-ji Temple
A Zen temple of the Kennin-ji school of Rinzai Buddhism, located at the foot of Kyoto’s Higashiyama mountains northeast of Hokan-ji Temple, known for the Yasaka Pagoda. After Toyotomi Hideyoshi’s death, his wife Nene (Kita no Mandokoro) moved from Osaka to Kyoto and became a Buddhist nun. In 1606 (Keicho 11), she founded Kodai-ji Temple (formally known as Kodai-ji Jusho Zen Temple), one of the most renowned temples in the Higashiyama area, to pray for Hideyoshi’s soul and serve as her own burial place.
The reflection of the autumn leaves on the lake at night looks just like a mirror. The garden is pretty dim, but luckily you can just follow the crowd.
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Tofukuji Temple
This is the head temple of Rinzai School. Kujo Michiie wished to have a temple for his family burial under Reverend Shoichi Kokusi’s ministry, and built seven halls during 19 years beginning in 1236.
If you're in Kyoto for fall foliage, Tofukuji Temple is a must-visit. The night illumination is also a highlight, but make sure to book online in advance.
