Kyōto-fu, Japan

9 places to see in this region.

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   1. Sanjusangen-do

   Although the official name is "Rengeo-in" (Temple of the Lotus King), this temple is better known as "Sanjusangen-do," or the "Hall of 33 Spaces (between pillars)," which refers to the architecture of this temple.

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   2. Philosophers Path

   The Philosopher's Walk is a cherry-tree lined path located in Kyoto, Japan.

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   3. Ryōan-ji Temple

   Ryōan-ji is a zen temple in Kyoto.

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   4. Nijo Jinya

   Nijo Jinya is a former inn used by feudal lords (daimyo) who were visiting Kyoto during the Edo Period.

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   5. Ginkakuji

   Ginkakuji, the Silver Pavilion, is a Zen temple at the foot of Kyoto's Higashiyama ("eastern mountains").

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   6. Gion

   A quiet, historic district of Kyoto, Japan which can be very picturesque and inspiring for both the foreigner and Japanese.

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   7. Fushimi Inari Taisha

   Fushimi Inari Taisha, south of Kyoto, Japan, is home of the thousands of vermillion torii gates (senbon torii) on the hill behind the shinto shrine.

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   8. Kyoto

   The seat of government of old Japan.

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   9. Kinkakuji

   The official name of this temple is Rokuonji.