Culture Gio-ji Temple, Kyoto: Part 2 of 4 Justin Velgus Gio-ji Temple is more of a hermitage than a temple. It is a building with a kitchen sandwiched between two Japanese style rooms...
11 Spring at Okochi Sanso Villa Takako Sakamoto Enjoy tranquil spring at Okochi Sanso Villa in Sagano, Kyoto, in an idyllic setting.
12 Autumn at Daikaku Temple Justin Velgus Daikakuji is a temple founded by Emperor Saga. Located in Sagano in the Sakyo ward of Kyoto City.
Culture Daikakuji: a Historical Highlight Justin Velgus It is said there are three kinds of autumn leaves. Leaves change in appearance during their first color change, the peak, and the..
10 Kyoto Adashino Nenbutsu-ji 2 of 4 Justin Velgus To the East is Toribeno, to the West is Adashino. These two areas of Kyoto are known as the burying grounds of people that have..
Culture Okochi Sanso Gardens & Tea Room Sam Hardwick The Okochi Sanso Gardens & Tearoom are located in Arashiyama on the slopes of Mount Ogura. Offering beautiful views of Kyoto below,..
Culture Osawa-no-ike Pond, Kyoto Sam Hardwick Osawa-no-ike Pond is part of the gardens for the Daikaku-ji Temple in Kyoto. It's a beautiful area to stroll around in the peace..