Mii-dera, Kyoto

Eikandō Temple

The Eikan-do Temple is the headquarters of the Seizan branch of the Jōdoshū Buddhist sect, and features an unusual wooden statue of the Amida Buddha, Mikaeri Amida, that looks to the right rather than facing forward

Nyakuoji Shrine

Nanzenji Temple

Koun-ji

The Kounji Temple is known for its shakkei gardens which frame the Higashiyama hills

Sen-oku Hakuko Kan

Anraku-ji

The Anraku-ji Temple presents a breathtaking sight in cherry blossom season and autumn, which are the only times it is accessible to the public

Honen-in

Honen-in is a Jodoshu temple built in 1680 to honor the priest Honen

Kyoto City Zoo

Ginkakuji

The Ginkaku-ji Temple, known as the Silver Pavilion, is a 15^th century Zen temple with a sand garden, moss garden, and reflecting pond

Mount Hiei