Travel / Tourism Spots in Uzumasa / Hanazono Area

  • Koryuji Temple
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    4.5
    193 Reviews
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    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Ukyou-ku Uzumasahachiokachou 32
    This temple was built in 603 by Hata no Kawakatsu, with its main object of worship being a statue of Buddha received from Shotoku Taishi. As the oldest temple in Kyoto, it also possesses a number of National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties. Among these, the most famous is the Seated Maitreya statue said to be the most beautiful in all of Japan. It is a Buddhist statue of the Asuka period and is distinctive for its calm countenance and “archaic smile.” October’s “Ushi Matsuri” is one of Kyoto’s three big unusual festivals.

    Stumbled upon this temple. I was impressed by the outer garden. Beautiful and zen. And I thought it would be similar behind the ticketed gates. 800Y I was wrong. It only let into the exhibition hall...

  • Umenomiya-taisha Shrine
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    4.0
    63 Reviews
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    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Ukyou-ku Umedu Fugeno River Town 30
    A Shinto shrine standing in the Umezu area of western Kyoto famous as the guardian shrine of the Tachibana clan. The shrine was originally built in the Ide-cho neighborhood of Tsuzuki-gun and was later moved to its current location by Tachibana no Kachiko (Empress Danrin). As Kachiko prayed here for a son and later gave birth to Emperor Ninmyo, the shrine is believed to grant divine benefit in being blessed with children and having an easy childbirth. The shrine celebrates a custom in which women who wish to be blessed with children step over a grouping of stones called the “matage-ishi” (“straddling stones”) and receive a packet of sand believed to aid in achieving conception. The shrine is also believed to aid in sake brewing and a variety of ceremonies are performed here relating to sake. Umenomiya Shrine is also renowned for its beautiful rabbitear irises. Many visitors come to enjoy the seasonal beauty of the shrine grounds—cherry tree blossoms and azaleas in the spring, French hydrangeas and Japanese irises in the summer, and the autumn foliage in the fall.

    梅宮大社は、特に梅とカキツバタの名所として有名です。境内には人慣れした9匹の猫がいて、猫好きにはとても癒される場所です。

  • Saiin Kasuga-jinja Shrine
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    4.0
    50 Reviews
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    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Ukyou-ku Sainkasugachou 61
    "A three-minute walk from Saiin Station and the ""Nishioji Shijo"" bus stop. This Shinto shrine is located north along Sai-dori Street. The shrine was started in Saiin by Emperor Junna when he had it moved here when he retired from the throne in 833. The shrine gained imperial patronage when Emperor Junna's daughter, Princess Takako, recovered from smallpox after praying at the shrine, and even today many worshippers come here. The shrine is believed to grant worshippers recovery from illness and protection from illness. Many people also come here before setting off on a trip to pray for a safe journey and safe driving. A huge cluster of wisteria known as the Rokushaku-fuji grows on the grounds and the shrine holds a wisteria blossom festival each year on April 29."

    If you are exploring Nara and the key sights, its worth the extra effort to get to this attraction which is set in very peaceful woodland.

  • Konoshima Nimasu Amateru Mitama Shrine
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    4.0
    33 Reviews
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    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Ukyou-ku Uzumasamorigahigashichou 50
    "A five-minute walk from Kaikonoyashiro Station, Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station, and the ""Kaikonoyashiro"" bus stop; and a seven-minute walk from Hanazono Station. Situated along the Taishimichi, this Shinto shrine has an auxiliary shrine dedicated to sericulture (silkworm farming) and is thus also known as the Silkworm Shrine. This area was a center of sericulture, weaving, and dyeing and this shrine was established and dedicated to sericulture and weaving by the Hata clan, a wealthy family who came to Japan from China. Even today, the shrine is still visited by people involved in the sericulture industry. At Mototasasu no Ike pond, which purportedly has miraculous healing properties, there is a three pillared torii gate, one of only a very few examples found in the country. On the day of the ox in midsummer, a water purification festival is held here."

    地下鉄東西線の太秦天神川駅から徒歩5分ほど。 創建年不明(701年以前)。祭神は天之御中主神、大国魂神、穂々出見命、鵜茅葺不合命、瓊々杵尊。境内入口から本殿までまっすぐに参道が延び、途中に吹き放ちの拝殿がある。社殿は明治以降に再建されたもので、拝殿は木造瓦葺き、本殿と拝所は木造銅板葺き。本殿左手には神池「元糺の池」(もとただすのいけ)があるが湧水は枯れ空池となっている。その池の中には3つ鳥居を組み...

  • Yatsuhashi-an&Shishu-yakata
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    5 Reviews
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    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Ukyou-ku Nishikyougokunishikoromodechou 36
    This hands-on workshop facility is in Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City. Guests can try their hand at making various sweets such as yatsuhashi (reservations required). Visit the free second floor Kyoshishu Museum to take in delicate and beautiful embroidery with different themes. There's also a Kyoto themed souvenir shop that's popular with tourists.

    団体旅行で利用しました。 バスで行きましたが、アクセスが悪く団体旅行専門といった感じです。 お豆腐作り体験をしましたが、豆乳作りから豆腐までの本格的な体験で面白かったです。 席が狭く、落ち着いてできなかったのは残念です。

  • Kyoto Uzumasa Misora Hibari Museum
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    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Ukyou-ku Uzumasahigashihachiokachou 10 Toei Capital's Movie Story Village
    The Kyoto Uzumasa Misora Hibari Museum located on the grounds of the Toei Kyoto Studio Park displays stage clothing and props that belonged to the national singer, actress and cultural icon Misora Hibari. A movie theater realistically reproduces the look and feel of the golden age of her performances in Toei films. Period scripts are also on display, and it's a must-see for fans.
  • Genkoji Temple
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    2.0
    5 Reviews
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Ukyo-ku Tokiwaumazukacho 1

    まあ大体皆さんが書かれている通り。手入れが行き届いておらず、六地蔵唯一お地蔵様のご尊顔を拝することも出来ませんでした。 ちなみに御朱印希望は郵送いたしますとの張り紙ありますが、実際書留送ってみたら「あて所に尋ねあたりません」と返ってきました。京都西局に尋ねたら登録されてないので届けられないとのこと。結局郵便代が無駄になっただけでした。8月の六地蔵巡りの時に訪れるしかなさそうですね。

  • Kyoto Ukyo Fureai Cultural Hall
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Ukyo-ku Uzumasayasuinishiuracho 11-6
  • Goshinji Temple
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    3.0
    2 Reviews
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Ukyo-ku Uzumasahigashihachiokacho 5

    広隆寺のすぐ隣にある寺。入口に幼稚園の看板が出ているのですぐにわかる。一見、何も特徴のない寺だが、ここには圓山応挙生誕地の碑がある。

  • Koenji Temple
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    3.0
    1 Reviews
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Ukyo-ku Yamanochinakahatacho 26

    嵐電・山ノ内駅から直ぐの場所に立つ真宗興正派寺院です。歩道側に面して山門があり、奥が境内で本堂が立っていました。但し、入口は柵で仕切られ観光気分で参拝するような雰囲気ではありませんでした。

  • Amazuka Ancienct Burial Mound
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Ukyo-ku Uzumasamatsumotocho
  • Hebizuka Ancienct Burial Mound
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Ukyo-ku Uzumasaomokagecho
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Ukyo-ku Saiinshimohanadacho 28-141
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Ukyo-ku Saiinkamiimadacho 24
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Ukyo-ku Sai Takadacho 27
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Ukyo-ku Saiinhidericho 12-1
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Ukyo-ku Uzumasashimokakudacho 18-banchi
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Ukyo-ku Uzumasamondacho 14-1
  • JTB AEON MALL Kyoto Gojo
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Ukyo-ku Sai Oiwake 25-1 AEON MALL Kyoto Gojo 3F
  • HOUSE DO Ukyo
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Ukyo-ku Uzumasakainichicho 8

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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.

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