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Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Saihoji Temple (commonly known as Koke-dera, or Moss Temple) is a Zen temple of the Rinzai sect located in Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City, and is famous for its moss garden. Its official name is Saihoji. The main hall and garden are registered as a World Heritage Site as part of the "Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto." Its founding is ancient, and according to tradition...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Yoshimine-dera Temple is an ancient Tendai Buddhist temple located on the slopes of Mt. Matsuo (commonly known as Mt. Yoshimine) in Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City. It is said to have been founded during the Heian period. The temple grounds, built on top of the mountain, offer a panoramic view of Kyoto city, and are home to cherry blossoms, hydrangeas, and other flowers.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Matsuo Taisha Shrine (also known as Matsuo Taisha) is an ancient shrine located in Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City, and is known as one of Kyoto's leading shrines associated with sake brewing. Its main deity is Oyamakui-no-kami, and since ancient times, it has been worshipped as a blessing from the mountains and water. During the Heian period...

Overview (History, Features, and Appeal) Katsura Imperial Villa, located in Katsura, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City, is a renowned garden featuring sukiya-style architecture and a strolling pond garden, representative of the Edo period. Construction began in the 17th century and, having been developed by the Imperial Family (the Katsura family), it is managed by the Imperial Household Agency. The architecture displays a delicate blend of shoin-zukuri and sukiya-zukuri styles...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Suzumushi-dera (official name: Kegon-ji) is a tourist temple located in Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City. As the temple's name suggests, it is known for the chirping of bell crickets. The temple is managed so that the chirping of bell crickets, a symbol of autumn, can be enjoyed throughout the year, and its unique...