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Around Fushimi Inari

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Fushimi Inari Taisha

Travel / Tourism

Kyoto Kyoutoshi Fushimi-ku Fukakusa Yabunouchi cho 68

This shrine in Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City, is the head of all Inari Shrines in Japan, which total to around 30,000 shrines. The shrine is particularly famous for its vermillion lacquered Torii gate tunnels, as well as to parishioners visiting the god for business, harvest, and fortune. Many of the buildings on the grounds are also painted with brilliant vermillion lacquer including the front shrine, main shrine, and tower gate, which has been designated an Important Cultural Properties of Japan. The torii gate corridor, said to consist of several thousand to 10,000 torii gates, twists and turns making it quite the spectacle. Beyond that is the rear shrine as well as the entrance to Mt. Inari-san which is dotted with countless small burial mounds. It is one of the most famous spots in the Kansai region to visit for the annual New Year Shrine Visit and draws huge numbers of visitors every year.
Fujimori-jinja Shrine

4.0

96 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Kyoto Kyoutoshi Fushimi-ku Fukakusatorisakichou 609

A Shinto shrine located in Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. There are various theories regarding its establishment, but it is said that this is the site where Empress Jingu buried and enshrined an array of armaments in 203. During the Fujimori Festival held on May 5, an event called the Kakeuma Shinji is held—horseback riders perform stunts such as head stands and riding sideways, attracting throngs of visitors. Known as a shrine dedicated to luck in victory, scholarship, and horses, the shrine is frequently visited by people with an interest in horse racing.

On the last day of the Fujimori Festival, there was a cantering horse ritual. It was a day of spectacular and impressive performances. The sense of urgency and excitement of performing the technique...
Unryu-in Temple

4.5

104 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Kyoto Kyoutoshi Higashiyama-ku Sennyujiyamanouchichou 36

A Shingon Sennyu-ji Buddhist temple in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City that was erected at the request of Emperor Go-Kogon in the Nanboku-cho period. Due to its deep connection to the imperial household, it has been given the high status as a special head temple despite also being a sub temple located within the Sennyu-ji Temple. The Colored Paper Windows in the Renge-no-Ma are actually glass windows placed within four paper sliding doors; many visitors enjoy the Japanese atmosphere of the garden as viewed through these windows. Other windows in the building such as the Window of Bewilderment and the Window of Enlightenment carry Buddhist themes. Each year on the second Monday of January (Coming of Age Day, a running figure of Mahakala normally kept in the kitchen is moved to the main temple hall for the Senzan Shichifukujin-meguri (Seven Gods of Fortune Pilgrimage).

We hoofed up the hill from Tofuku-ji, and by now we were completely alone. There wasnt anyone at the desk where you could pay to get in. By this point in the day, we were starting to feel nickled...
Imakumano Kannonji Temple (Imakumano)

4.0

75 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

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This was built by Kobo Daishi in the Heian period after receiving a divine message from the Kumano Gongen deity, a god of the three Kumano shrines. The temple is said to have started when Kobo Daishi carved an image of the Eleven-faced Kannon Bosatsu (Avalokitesvara) and stored a 5.5-centimeter image he had received from Kumano Gongen in the larger statue’s body to make this the principal object of worship at the temple. It’s temple number 15 of the Saigoku Kannon pilgrimage (33 temples in the Kinki area containing a statue of Kannon) and is said to help against headaches and senility.

東山にある弘法大師空海により建立された古刹です。泉涌寺の総門を潜って坂道を上っていくとありますが、決して泉涌寺の塔頭ではありません。歴史的には諸説ありますが、泉涌寺より若干早く建立されているようです。熊野と名乗っているのは熊野権現の霊示により建立されたためで、紀伊の熊野三山とは直接の関係は無いようです。こちらは紅葉の名所として知られていますが、噂に違わず見事な紅葉を見ることができました。鳥居橋か...
Sennyu-ji Temple

3.5

6 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Kyoto Kyoutoshi Higashiyama-ku Sennyujiyamanouchichou 27

Located in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, this is the head temple of the Shingon Sennyu-ji sect of Buddhism. The temple’s principle object of worship are figures of Gautama Buddha, Amitabha, and Maitreya. The temple is said to have been founded in the Heian period (794–1185) but the real foundations were laid in the Kamakura period (1185–1333) by the priest Gachirin Daishi (Shungyo). The tombs of successive generations of emperors such as Emperor Go-Horikawa and Emperor Shijo can be found on the grounds. Long affiliated with the imperial family, the temple is also nicknamed “Mitera” (the August Temple). Famous for being part of the Seven Gods of Fortune Pilgrimage conduct each year on Coming of Age Day, it is said one can bring home luck itself by acquiring a bamboo branch decorated with tags showing it was carried to each of the temples in the pilgrimage.

１１／２０に３ねんぶりに訪問。宝物館ということにはなっていますが、一般客の目を引くような展示物はありませんでした。
Sokujo-in Temple

4.0

37 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

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Sokujo-in Temple is a Shingon temple located in Sennyuji-Yamauchi-cho in Kyoto's Higashiyama Ward, dedicated to the Buddha Amida Nyorai, and it possesses a number of artworks that have been designated National Important Cultural Properties. It is famous as the temple of the family of the 13th century samurai Nasu no Yoichi, and the local people affectionately call it Nasu no Yoichi-san.

泉涌寺に数多くある塔頭の一つ。歴史は古いが、現在の場所に再興されたのは明治以降のことらしい。那須与一の墓がある。境内には紅葉が何本かあり、非常に美しかった。
Kyoto Municipal Science Center For Youth

4.0

24 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Kyoto Kyoutoshi Fushimi-ku Fukakusaikenouchichou 13

With over 100 interactive displays, the Kyoto Municipal Science Center For Youth lets visitors learn about science while having fun, coming to a deeper understanding of it through the senses and humor. Along with an exhibition area, a laboratory, and a planetarium, there are multiple outdoor displays you won't want to miss.

京都市青少年科学センターは、大人(入館料：520円・プラネタリウム：520円)です。子供連れの方がほとんどでした。大人もそれなりに楽しめます。少し建物が老朽化しているのが、気になりました。
Kaikoji Temple

4.0

34 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Kyoto Kyoto-shi Higashiyama-ku Sennyujiyamanouchicho 29

"This temple is a sub-temple of Sennyuji Temple, the head temple of the Sennyuji sect of Shingon Buddhism. It was also a mortuary temple of the imperial family. Established in 1223, the ancient temple venerates the Joroku Shakanoryaizo, a 10-meter-tall statue of Gautama Buddha, which survived the fires of the Onin War, as its principle object of worship. Legend has it the substance that appears to be running from the neck of the statue is a bloodstain from when the statue took the place of Emperor Go-Mizunoo to protect him from an assassination attempt while he slept. Based on this legend, the statue became revered as the ""migawari no oshakasama,"" meaning ""the substitute Bhudda."" The faithful believe that it takes the place of people to protect them from evil and that it cures sicknesses of the neck and above. Even today the statue is affectionately called Joroku-san, which means ""a large Buddha statue."""

泉涌寺の山内にある寺の一つ。釈迦如来の立像が有名だそうだが、今回は中に入らなかった。本堂は改装中のようで、なぜか鬼瓦が外に展示されてあった。
Araki-jinja Shrine

4.0

18 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Kyoto Kyoutoshi Fushimi-ku Fukakusakaidoguchichou 12-3

This is a Shinto shrine said to have been built in the early Meiji period. It is a place that benefits marriage and the kuchi-ire-ningyo which is a group of three foxes is popular. The middle fox is said to mediate on one’s perfect marriage partner.

Established in 711 AD, this small and unpretentious shrine is difficult to find but worth finding. It is located on the slopes of the mountain holding the more famous Fushimi-Inari Shrine. If you...
Miyako Ecology Center

4.5

8 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Kyoto Kyoutoshi Fushimi-ku Fukakusaikenouchichou 13

Located in Kyoto's Fushimi Ward, Miyako Ecology Center is an environmental protection facility where visitors can learn about environmental issues firsthand. The building is unusual for its energy-efficiency: its electric power is produced entirely by solar power, and it makes use of rainwater and geothermal energy. Inside the building are sections concerning prevention of global warning and waste reduction, as well as areas that offer experiential learning about environmental issues.

I had a great opportunity to undergo training course in the field of waste management at MEC. Not only the center provides an unique approach in form of varies activities to raise ecological...
Genseian Zuiko-ji Temple

3.5

8 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Kyoto Kyoto-shi Fushimi-ku Fukakusabocho 4

This temple began in 1655, early in the Edo period, from the thatched cottage of representative priest of Nichiren Buddhism, Gensei Shonin. The priest's love of bamboo led to this temple being called Chikuyou-an, or bamboo leaf temple. The temple grounds are full of things to see, like the Gensei Shonin no Gobyo (Three Bamboo Stalk Grave) that offers help with making or breaking ties, or the wealth-bringing Hakuryu Zeniarai Benzaiten. In spring the weeping cherry blossoms and Yoshino cherry blossoms are popular with visitors coming to enjoy the blossoms.

ここは元政庵と云う号を冠した日蓮宗寺院です。江戸時代の日蓮宗を代表する高僧の元政、草山和尚が開創、深草に居住していた。元々は毛利輝元の家臣の五男として生まれたらしい。茅葺屋根が特徴の質素な寺院です。ここの庭園はなかなか綺麗に手入れがされている。
Kiyomizuyaki no Sato

4.5

2 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Kyoto Kyoutoshi Yamashina-ku Kawatakiyomizuyakidanchichou 10-2

This facility propagates the ceramic traditions of Kyo Ware and Kiyomizu Ware. There's a large display area exhibiting the work from kilns and masters of the tradition, including Nonomura Ninsei, Ogata Kenzan, Okuda Eisen, and Aoki Mokubei. Some of the pieces on display is available for purchase. Their workshops for visitors include opportunities to make and paint ceramics by hand. Every third Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in October they hold the Kiyomizuyaki no Sato Matsuri pottery festival when lots of Kiyomizuyaki Ware is available for purchase.

Location:a short bus ride south of Kyoto from Shijo-Karasuma Keihan line station (bus 84 or 88) or brief train ride to Yamashina station via JR or Keihan line; then bus 29 or taxi to the Kiyomizu...
Vermillion Cafe

Gourmet / Alcohol

Kyoto Kyoutoshi Fushimi-ku Fukakusakaidoguchichou 5-31

Vermillion Cafe is located near the famous Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto's Fushimi Ward. It serves light meals and sweets along with pure, freshly ground coffee. The cafe's terrace seating affords a view of Yashimagaike Pond at Fushimi Inari and the verdant natural surroundings, attracting both local residents and tourists from Japan and overseas.
Raigo-in Temple

Travel / Tourism

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"This is a sub-temple of Sennyu-ji temple, founded during the Daido era (806-810) by Kobo Daishi. The wide Kojin-do hall holds Japan's oldest wooden statue of the seated Kojin, divinity of the hearth. Once, the Kogo hall was a place to pray for safe childbirth, and it is still visited by pilgrims praying for the same. The temple grounds hold Kobo Daishi Dokkosui, a well, is said to have been sprung by Kobo Daishi using a Buddhist alter article called ""dokko,"" and the tea house Gansuiken, founded by Yoshio Oishi of the 47 Ronin. The tea house is small but filled with unique atmosphere, and its late-fall scenery has made it a popular hidden fall foliage spot."
Rental Kimono & Maiko Experience Maikozaka

Travel / Tourism

Kyoto Kyoto-shi Fushimi-ku Fukakusainarionmaecho 76

This kimono rental shop one minute's walk from Inari Station, marked out by the Maiko sign. It's perfectly located, right in front of Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine, and offers an authentic Maiko experience. All you need to bring is your own makeup to reapply after your experience is over. The experience includes authentic Japanese makeup as used by maiko and geiko, such as hair pomade, face-white, water-soluble lipstick, and more. Once you put on the Kimono and hair decorations of your choice, you can have your portrait taken in the studio or go out for a Kyoto walk. They also offer rentals of light kimonos, yukata robes, and Shinsengumi outfits.
Hakuryu Zeniarai Benzaiten (Zuiko-ji Temple)

Travel / Tourism

Kyoto Kyoto-shi Fushimi-ku Fukakusabocho 4

This temple began in 1655, early in the Edo period, from the thatched cottage of representative priest of Nichiren Buddhism, Gensei Shonin. The priest's love of bamboo led to this temple being called Chikuyou-an, or bamboo leaf temple. The temple's chief deity is the god of wealth, Hakuryu Zeniarai Benzaiten. Benzaiten works miracles bringing luck and financial prosperity, and after you pray with all your heart and wash a coin in the water gushing from the divine dragon's statue, placing that coin in your wallet with bring you wealth and good luck. They say!
Sohonke Hogyoku-do

4.5

7 Reviews

Gourmet / Alcohol

Kyoto Kyoutoshi Fushimi-ku Fukakusaichinotsubochou 27-7

A shop located along the approach to the Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine which invented the Inari senbei rice cracker. The shop’s famed kitsune senbei (Inari senbei) are baked one at a time using an iron in the shop’s work space. The shop’s bell-shaped suzu senbei, containing a fortune slip inside, have been popular souvenirs to bring back after a visit to the shrine since the shop was founded.

ご家族でやっている昔ながらの雰囲気でお若い方もいらしてとても感じの良いお店です。皆さんにもぜひ足を運んでもらいたいです。稲荷煎餅も作りたてで美味しいです。他にも同じような店がありますがこちらは値段もお安くオススメします。
Kyoto Cuisine Takasawa

4.0

7 Reviews

Gourmet / Alcohol

Kyoto Kyoutoshi Higashiyama-ku Sennyujitourinchou 37

This old restaurant offering Kyoto cuisine near famous autumn leaves viewing spot Tofuku-ji Temple is proud of its fresh fish dishes stretching back to the first generation owner who operated a fish market. The seafood that the chef obtains himself from the market is outstanding in both flavor and freshness. The mackerel sushi with its fatty topping and salt seasoning is an exquisite local specialty. The colorful course meals full of Kyoto vegetables are all well renowned, with the Square Bento at lunch and Kyoto Course in the evening being popular. The closest station is Tofukuji Station.

在这儿欣赏着窗外美丽的红叶，品尝着面前美丽的枫叶便当，真是人生享受！虽然只有固定的便当可选，但每一个都精心搭配，非常精致美丽，舍不得下嘴！窗外的枫景更是迷人！就在东福寺旁边，价格也不算大贵，非常值得体验，推荐！
GEBACKEN (Fukakusa Main Shop)

4.0

10 Reviews

Shopping

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This bakery is located five minutes on foot from Fujimori Station on the Keihan Main Line in Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City. Their Diana Soft Bread made with high grade Manitoba flour is popular. They have plenty of unique baked goods like their Kyo Dashimaki Shokudo buns with rolled Japanese omelet and their white miso and eggplant dengaku rolls. It has been featured in the media and is popular with locals and tourists alike.

京都伏見のゲベッケン本店さんへ訪問。パンを買いました。京だし巻き食堂にしました。紅しょうががアクセントになっていて、美味しかったです。
Fushimi Inari Sando Chaya

Gourmet / Alcohol

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Fushimi Inari Sando Chaya is located on the path leading to Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto's Fushimi Ward. One of its most popular menu items is Inari Amazake, half-fermented sake, with mochi, inspired by a legend. Other favorites are Inaka Mochi, (toasted mochi with a generous serving of sweet bean sauce and toasted soy flour) and floats or shaved ice made with matcha green tea. This teahouse is a favorite of local residents, and it also attracts tourists on their way back from visiting the shrine.

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Its wooden tea houses, shuffling geisha, and spiritual sights have seen Kyoto hailed as the heart of traditional Japan, a world apart from ultramodern Tokyo. Despite being the Japanese capital for over a century, Kyoto escaped destruction during World War II, leaving behind a fascinating history which can be felt at every turn, from the fully gold-plated Kinkakuji Temple down to traditional customs such as geisha performances and tea ceremonies, which are still practiced to this day.