2025 Recommended Attractions in Sakyo Ward (Updated May)

●Name Danno Horin-ji Temple ●Access 36 Horinjimonzen-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 🚗Use the nearby parking lot ●Points Kyoto's Danno Horin-ji Temple is the temple where the "oldest maneki-neko legend in Japan" is passed down. This temple was the first in Japan to offer "nighttime childcare," and even now has a nursery school where you can hear the lively voices of children. Buddhist statues such as Benzaiten and Daikokuten are enshrined in the main hall. At Danno, black cats are worshiped as messengers of the gods. Black cats have been popular among the common people since the Edo period as messengers of the secret Buddha, Oyakami-son. Oyakami-son is a god who protects the night and protects from fires and theft. #Kyoto Tourism #Temples and Shrines #777

#springwander During my spring trip to Kyoto, I visited Jissoin Monzeki, a hidden gem that is often overshadowed by more famous spots. What struck me the most was the stunning blue maple leaves that beautifully contrast with the traditional architecture of the temple. The temple, with its serene atmosphere, offers a calm and peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city. Jissoin is known for its impressive garden that beautifully showcases the changing seasons. While the temple is especially famous for its autumn colors, the spring blue maple leaves are truly a sight to behold, creating a perfect harmony between nature and history. The vibrant hues are complemented by the tranquil surroundings, making it an ideal spot for a peaceful walk or a moment of reflection. Why You Should Visit: ✔ Breathtaking blue maple leaves during spring ✔ A quiet and tranquil retreat away from the crowds 📍 Address: 1-6 Ichijōji Okawa, Sakyō Ward, Kyoto, Japan #Kyoto #Japan #Jissoin #SpringInKyoto #BlueMaple #SpringColors #HiddenGems

Nanzenji is a Zen temple representing Kyoto and is the most prestigious temple in Japan. But don't be too formal! The beautiful grounds, where nature and history blend together, are perfect for sightseeing and strolling. Here are five must-see spots at Nanzenji! ① The spectacular Sanmon Gate This is the setting for the famous line from Ishikawa Goemon, "What a magnificent view! What a magnificent view!" If you climb to the top, you'll be greeted with a spectacular view of Kyoto city! ② The quaint Suirokaku A retro arch bridge made of red bricks. Built in the Meiji era, this aqueduct is still in use today. It's perfect for Instagram, and has been used as a location for TV dramas and movies! ③ The tranquil Hojo Garden A beautiful garden with dry landscape gardens. You'll lose track of time in this tranquil world of stone and sand. Be sure to try the matcha tea! ④ Nature in every season 　Cherry blossoms in spring, green maples in summer, autumn leaves in fall, snowy scenery in winter - every season is picturesque! Especially during the autumn leaves season, the scenery is breathtaking. ⑤ Area with many famous yudofu restaurants 　The area around Nanzenji is also famous for its many famous yudofu restaurants. Why not enjoy a taste that is unique to Kyoto after sightseeing? 📍 Access to Nanzenji Address: Nanzenji Fukuchi-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture Transportation: • About 10 minutes walk from Keage Station on the Tozai Subway Line • From JR Kyoto Station, take city bus No. 5 and get off at Nanzenji-Eikando-michi, then about 10 minutes walk #Domestic travel strategy #Kyoto #Temple tour #Domestic travel #japan

#tokyotravel Address: 86-8 Nanzenji Fukuchicho, Sakyo World, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan 🇯🇵 Tenjuan Temple is a small temple of Japanese Zen Rinzai Buddhism, which was built in 1337, located at the foot of Higashiyama mountains in the east of Kyoto Prefecture and is subsidiary to the neighboring Nanzenji Temple. Its famous dry garden is enhanced in autumn by the reddening leaves of Japanese maple trees. Tenjuan Temple is particularly crowded in autumn, as is the whole eastern part of the former imperial capital during the koyo foliage season. however, the temple is a wonderful retreat for tranquility and refreshment during the rest of the year, I recommend not to miss this timeless Zen halt. #historicculture #naturescenery #sakyoward #kyoto #japan

"BBQ Magistrate @ Yase no Sato / Louis Icart Museum Kyoto" I especially want to visit in spring and autumn 🍁 This restaurant and museum are located very close to Rurikoin Temple, which is famous for the autumn leaves reflected on the table. After leaving Rurikoin Temple, we were hungry and had some dumplings at this restaurant. They were freshly baked and very filling, and we were very satisfied 🤭 Here you can also eat salt-grilled sweetfish and have a BBQ! And the museum of Louis Icart, a painter who was active in France. We visited this museum after receiving a free ticket when we went to Rurikoin Temple. You can take off your shoes at the entrance and enjoy the impressive works at your leisure. We were able to enjoy the interesting paintings while our French friend who visited with us explained them to us 🇫🇷 I highly recommend this museum when you visit Rurikoin Temple! ! #Travel with me #0 yen travel #Kyoto #Mitarashi dango #Art museum #Date #Kansai #japan #kyoto

[Kyoto] Cherry blossoms along the canal The Kamogawa Canal flows from Shiga Prefecture to Sakyo Ward, Kyoto Cherry blossoms bloom along the canal in Kitayama, Sakyo Ward There are many buds and the trees are densely packed, so it's very worth seeing Because it's located in a quiet residential area It's not well known among tourists To be honest, it's a hidden gem...✨ It's difficult to catch the full bloom season But since it's in the north, the full bloom season is later than around Gion! #0 yen trip #domestic trip #trip with children #family trip #drive

Me, Travel, and Kyoto💠 The recommended tourist spot for a trip to Kyoto is "Heian Shrine"⛩️ And here's another recommendation✨ "Keihan Railway Jingu Marutamachi Station" The wall of this station has a beautiful "Heian Shrine mural"⛩️The ticket gate is a large red pillar, so it's also very beautiful✨ There is also a map of Kyoto's main tourist spots, so if you take a picture of this map and save it, your Kyoto sightseeing will be even better⛩️✨⛩️ "Keihan Railway Jingu Marutamachi Station" Address → Higashi Marutamachi, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture #Me and Travel #Kyoto Tourist Spots #Solo Travel #Jingu Marutamachi Station #Beautiful Kyoto Stations

The same main hall houses both Suga Shrine and Traffic Shrine. It is the only shrine in Japan that has a shrine dedicated to traffic safety. Suga Shrine is known for blessings related to matchmaking and recovery from illness, while Traffic Shrine is believed to provide safety in traffic and travel. It is also recommended to pray for safety during your Kyoto trip. Takehaya Susano'o no Mikoto Kushinadahime no Mikami Hachimachi Hiko no Kami and his wife Hachimachi Hime no Kami Kunado no Kami [Name] Suga Shrine (Traffic Shrine) [Location] 1 Sainokami-Endonbi-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture [Visiting Hours] 09:00 to 17:00 [Access] About a 5-minute walk from the city bus 'Kumano Shrine' stop Visit Date: May 2024

This shrine was founded in the 11th year of the Jogan era (869). It enshrines Takehayasu no O no Mikoto and Kushinadahime no Mikoto as its deities. This is the only traffic shrine in Japan where the deity of traffic safety is enshrined. It is also known as the deity of matchmaking. The grounds are not very large. It is on the way from Heian Shrine to Konkai Komyoji Temple, so please stop by. Facility name📍Suga Shrine Address📍 1 Shogoin Endomi-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture Visiting hours📍9:00-17:00 Access📍 ・5 minutes walk from the city bus stop "Kumano Shrine" #Domestic travel #japan #Solo travel #Girls' trip #Couple trip #Kyoto #Kyoto sightseeing #Kyoto trip #Historical site #Travel to touch historical culture #Suga Shrine #Sakura2024

●Name Hachidai Shrine ●Access 1 Ichijoji Matsubara-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 🚗Use nearby parking ●Points The guardian deity of the Ichijoji area in Kyoto's northern Kyoto region Worshipped as the god of protection from evil, warding off misfortune, matchmaking, and academic success At "Ichijoji Sagarimatsu" in the grounds of Hachidai Shrine The sword master Miyamoto Musashi dueled with the Yoshioka clan Hachidai Shrine is famous as the shrine where the sword master Miyamoto Musashi worshiped before the duel The standing sand piled up in front of the main hall The shape of the sand piled up is still piled up in front of houses today, as it represents purity #Kyoto Tourism#Temples and Shrines