Temples And Shrines In Kyoto

Kyoto is an ancient city that was once the capital of Japan. It sits on the island of Honshu in central Japan and is extremely famous for its shrines, Buddhist temples, palaces, wooden hours, and stunning imperial palaces. 

The city of Kyoto is actually an extremely popular tourist destination thanks to its ancient culture and heritage and was named one of the world’s top cities to visit on numerous occasions. 

While there is a lot to do in Kyoto such as try out the traditional kaiseki dining rituals, be entertained by some geisha, you have to visit some of the amazing shrines and Buddhist temples in Kyoto while you’re there.

Since there are over 1500 Shinto shrines and temples in Kyoto. It’s impossible to see them all which is why we have selected some of the best for you to visit while you’re there. 

Kinkakuji

The Kinkakuji Temple, also known as the Golden Pavilion, dates way back to 1397 and it belonged to Saionji Kintsune, a powerful statesman from the time. It was then sold to Ashikaga Yoshimitsu and when he died was converted to a Zen temple by his son according to Ashikaga Yoshimitsu’s dying w