Jishu Shrine

Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.

You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Three-Year Slope. Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.

A widow built this temple in 1606 to pay homage to her late warrior husband. Today, it survives as an eye-catching site of tranquility with postcard-pretty gardens.

Imagine life as it was during the Taisho Period as you explore this preserved Kyoto alley, complete with traditional teahouses, inns and kimono-clad hostesses.

Visitors come to this ancient site for its pleasant temple but stay to relish the nature and tranquility of its serene Zen garden.

After visiting Choraku-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.