 To-ji, Kyoto |
Gion Corner, Kyoto |
This guardian temple of Kyoto was constructed in 794 and his home to the tallest pagoda in Japan.
Attraction type: Religious site
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Dancing geishas, puppet shows and musical performances are just some of the regular events to be seen at this popular theater in Kyoto's entertainment district.
Attraction type: Theater
Address: Yasaka Hall, Hanamikoji Street, Kyoto, Japan
Tel: 561-1119
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| Hep 5, Osaka |
Suntory Museum, Osaka |
Whether or not you like shopping, you may want to check out this unusual mall, with its unique stores and gigantic Ferris wheel that actually cuts into some of the floors.
Attraction type: Mall
Address: 5-15 Kakuda-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0017, Japan
Tel: 81 (0) 6 6313 0501
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World-renowned architect Tadao Ando designed this simple and elegant museum, whose highlight is the world’s largest IMAX theater, and which also contains changing design exhibits.
Attraction type: Specialty museum; Art museum
Address: 1-5-10 Kaigan-dori | Minato-ku, Osaka 552-0022, Japan
Tel: +81 (0) 6 6577 0001
URL: http://www.suntory.com/culture-sports/smt/
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| Umeda Sky Building, Osaka |
Tenno-ji, Osaka |
This modern, soaring building consists of two towers connected by an observation deck that offers a spectacular view of the city.
Attraction type: Architectural building; Observation deck/tower
Address: 10-15 minute walk from Osaka and Umeda Stations, Osaka, Japan
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The oldest temple in Japan, built over 1,400 years ago, this temple is famous for its symmetrical design and even has an architectural arrangement named after it,”Shitenno-ji-style temple layout.”
Attraction type: Religious site
Address: 1-11-18 Shitenno-ji-ku, Osaka, Japan
Tel: 06/6771-0066
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| Chion-in, Kyoto |
Konchi-in, Kyoto |
Attraction type: Religious site
Address: 400 Hayashi-shita-cho 3-chome, Kyoto, Japan |
Attraction type: Bay; Religious site
Address: 86 Fukuchi-cho, Nanzen-ji Complex, Kyoto, Japan
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| Daigoji Temple, Kyoto |
Koryu-ji Temple, Kyoto |
This temple complex includes several buildings and an expansive Japanese garden. One of the oldest structures in Kyoto is a five-story pagoda that can be found on the temple grounds.
Attraction type: Religious site
Address: 22 Higashi Oji-cho, Kyoto, Japan |
Founded in 622, the temple houses impressive Buddhist statues, possibly from the 6th or 7th century.
Attraction type: Historic site; Religious site
Address: Hachigaoka-cho, Uzumasa, Kyoto, Japan
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