Kyoto 1-day tour, Higashi Honganji temple, Nomiya shrine, Bamboo forest, Tenryuji temple, Hogonin temple, lunch, Togetsu bridge, Minamiza theatre, Yasaka 5 storied pagoda, Kiyomizu temple, Fushimi Inari shrine!!!

Kyoto 1-day tour, Higashi Honganji temple, Nomiya shrine, Bamboo forest, Tenryuji temple, Hogonin temple, lunch, Togetsu bridge, Minamiza theatre, Yasaka 5 storied pagoda, Kiyomizu temple, Fushimi Inari shrine!!!

Hi I’m Nobu, I like traveling overseas and in Japan, visited 28 countries!

I’m a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter of English for 11 years.

For the people who are interested in and planning trip to Japan ,
I show you hidden local information which you have never seen and heard of through books and ordinary site!

You will find unexpected fun through my articles!

This is our itinerary!

Higashi Honganji temple

It’s the jodoshinshu school Buddhism temple.

Was founded 1321, the width 76m, depth 58m , height 38m .

Higashi Honganji temple is also one of the biggest temple buildings in Japan.

Nomiya Shrine, Shrine of Love Stories

This shrine is mentioned in the Tale of Genji written in 1008, which is called the world’s oldest novel.

Nowadays, it is constantly filled with people praying for the fulfillment of their love and for the birth of a child.

Bamboo Grove Path

The path through the bamboo grove is a short walk from Nomiya Shrine.

It is a very surrealistic atmosphere as you enter the tall bamboo grove.

Tenryuji Temple

Tenryuji Temple was founded in 1343 as a temple of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism.

It is registered as a World Heritage site.

The Japanese garden with a pond is beautiful.

Hogonin Temple

Hogonin Temple was founded in 1461 and is the branch temple of Tenryuji Temple.

It is famous for its beautiful autumn leaves.

On this day, we enjoyed matcha green tea and Japanese sweets while viewing the beautiful garden!

Lunch

We took lunch at the local restaurant.

Yummy!!

Togetsu bridge

Togetsu bridge is the symbol of Arashiyama.

We can see the beautiful scenery of mountains and river both.

Minami-za Theater

The Minami-za Theater, where kabuki performances are held in Kyoto.

The building is traditional style!

Yasaka Pagoda

A temple of the Rinzai sect, founded in 589.

It’s one of the most scenic places in Kyoto.

Many people were taking photos!

Kiyomizu temple

It’s the world heritage temple founded 778.

It’s built on the cliff and have a nice view of Kyoto.

The front traditional shopping street is full of stores and restaurants.

You can enjoy walking here.

Fushimi Inari Shrine

Founded 711.

5 minutes by train from Kyoto Station.

Famous for its 10,000 red torii gates.

This is the setting for the Hollywood movie Memory of a Geisha.

Senbon Torii

If you walk in the Torii gate, there is a 2 way paths of lot of gates.

It’s a surreal stunning view !!

Omokaru-ishi (stone that weighs heavy or light?)

This is a stone that you lift up after making a wish, and if you feel light, your wish will be granted.

If you feel heavy, you need more effort.

How was it?

I’m Nobu , one heart enjoy together!!

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