The Daitoku-ji complex of Zen Buddhism consists of 24 temples, including Daisen-in and Ryogen-in. Attraction type: Religious site; Historic site; Garden Address: Daitoku-ji-cho, Murasakino, Kyoto, Japan
Built prior to the influx of Buddhist architecture, this shrine - one of the oldest in Japan - exemplifies a purely Japanese style design. Attraction type: Historic site; Religious site Address: 2-9-89 Sumiyoshi, Osaka 558-0045, Japan Tel: 81 (0) 6 6672 0753
Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kyoto
Osaka Aquarium (Kaiyukan), Osaka
This location was the home of the Imperial Family until 1868 when the formal residence was relocated to Tokyo. Free, guided tours are given daily but only to those who have made reservations in advance. Attraction type: Historic home; Government building; Park Address: 3, Kyoto-Gyoen, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto 602, Japan Tel: 075- 211-1215 URL: http://www.kyoto-
np.co.jp/kp/koto/gosyo/gosyo_e.html
See the wide range of habitats that make up the Pacific Rim on a tour of this fascinating aquarium, which takes you from one environment to another and lets you feel as though you’re underwater. Attraction type: Aquarium Address: 1-1-10 Kaigan-dori | Minato-ku, Osaka, Japan Tel: 06/6576-5501
Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto
Dotombori, Osaka
This shrine is one of many located throughout Japan that was built to honor Inari, the Shinto god of rice. Attraction type: Historic site; Religious site Address: Inari Station, Kyoto, Japan
The heart of Osaka nightlife, this area is filled with theaters, restaurants, cafes, bars, arcades and nightclubs. Attraction type: Neighborhood
Kyoto Handicraft Center, Kyoto
Sanjusangendo Hall, Kyoto
Many Japanese crafts and souvenirs can be purchased at this shop that is a very popular tourist destination. Attraction type: Specialty shop Address: Heian Jingu kita, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8323, Japan Tel: 81 (0) 75 761 5080 E-mail: khc@d1.dion.ne.jp
Originally named Rengeoin Temple, this site has taken on the name of the great hall within which houses 1001 life-sized, wooden statues of Kannon, the goddess of mercy. Attraction type: Historic site; Religious site
Nara Park, Nara
Horyuji Temple, Nara
Attraction type: Park
Near the Kintetsu Nara Station, Nara, Japan
Attraction type: Architectural building; Religious site
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