Kounji Temple

This is a great walk to orient yourself around Kyōto. Stroll along a cherry tree-lined canal and visit shrines, temples, gardens and boutiques.


Explore this hillside temple which features a statue with an unusual history, connected wooden walkways, a bathhouse and a steam house.

Art, elaborate gardens and a giant gate await at this temple that stands tall as one of the most important of its kind in the country.

This is a shrine devoted to a peaceful and learned environment with an impressive gate, natural greenery and a serene atmosphere.

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Kyoto Municipal Zoo during your trip to Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

You can study the exhibits at Sen-oku Hakuko Kan, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.