Shrines and Temples in Japan
「Shrine/Temple」Tourist Attractions
Byodo-in Temple
Byodoin Temple is a historic temple located in Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture, renowned for its Hall of Phoenix. Established in 1052 by the regent Fujiwara no Yorimichi, it is c...
Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine
Sumiyoshi Taisha, affectionately known as "Sumiyossan," is the head shrine of over 2,300 Sumiyoshi shrines across the country, located in Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture. It is...
Uesugi Shrine
The Uesugi Shrine, established at the ruins of Yonezawa Castle, enshrines Uesugi Kenshin, regarded as the strongest warlord of the Sengoku period. It is known as a power spo...
Motsu-ji Temple
Moeji Temple is a unique temple that is designated as both a World Heritage Site and as a special historic site and special scenic spot by the Japanese government, alongside...
Kasama Inari Shrine
One of Japan's three major Inari shrines, Kasama Inari Shrine, is located in Ibaraki Prefecture and boasts a history of over 1,360 years since its establishment in 651. The ...
Heian Shrine
Heian Shrine was established in 1895 to commemorate the 1100th anniversary of the relocation of the capital to Heian-kyo, with Emperor Kanmu as its deity. Located in the Oka...
Ooarai Isosaki Shrine
Oarai Isosaki Shrine is a historic ancient shrine founded in the Heian period, located on the hill of Oarai Cape in Oarai Town, Ibaraki Prefecture. The enshrined deities are...
Tenryu-ji Temple
Tenryu-ji Temple is a Zen temple located in the Arashiyama district of Kyoto, registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Originally, this site was the location of Danrin-ji...
Yasaka Shrine
Yasaka Shrine, commonly known as "Gion-san," is widely cherished. This shrine is particularly significant as the head shrine of the approximately 2,300 Yasaka Shrines and sh...
Shitenno-ji Temple
Shitennoji Temple is the first official temple of Japanese Buddhism, founded by Prince Shotoku in 593. This temple has been burnt down multiple times due to disasters and wa...
Katori Jingu
Katori Shrine is the Ichinomiya (first shrine) of Shimosa Province and serves as the head shrine of approximately 400 Katori Shrines nationwide. The main deity is Kunitama n...
Sanjusangen-do Temple
Sanjusangendo, officially known as Rengeoin, is a Tendai Buddhist temple located in Kyoto. Rebuilt during the Kamakura period, this temple boasts a main hall that is approxi...
