Best Temples Spot List

An ancient temple known as an exemplary viewing spot for autumn leaves since the Heian period.

Famous for its beautiful cherry blossoms and autumn leaves

Twin Dragons created during the Heisei period watch over Kyoto’s oldest Zen temple

A thatched hut that stands in lush greenery

The graceful standing statue of Gigeiten is a must-see attraction

Flowers blossom throughout the seasons at this temple, also known as “The Flower Temple”

A temple famous for its Bone Buddhas

Happiness arrives with the buzzing of bell crickets

A temple with strings of ”monkey charms”

Where the successful Hideyoshi Toyotomi worshipped the three-faced Daikokuten

The head temple of the Shingon Sect's Omuro School. Holding a long association with the Imperial Household, the temple is also well known for its late-blooming cherry trees called Omuro-zakura.

Where the emperors and nobles enjoyed themselves

Quietly praying to the rakan statues on the hillsides

Himeji’s famous mountain-top temple

Magnificent views await at the end of the 1,015-step climb

Nara's symbol, the world's largest bronze statue of Rushana Daibutsu is seated in the Great Buddha Hall located in the vast grounds. The temple has been designated as a World Heritage site.

Autumn colors light up the moss garden in this temple's garden of enlightenment

An elegant temple with a Japanese rock garden and wonderful autumn foliage

A school that embodies the dreams of Buddhist teacher Kobo Daishi

The historic, symbolic spot of Namba. Always popular with tourists