The
most famous neighborhood in Kyoto is also known as the
Geisha district. It is here, among the teahouses and
private clubs that you can catch a glimpse of a geisha
in full dress including white makeup. Attraction type: Neighborhood
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 Tel: 075-561-1119
Ginkaku-ji
(Silver Pavilion), Kyoto
Daigoji
Temple, Kyoto
Built
in 1482 by the shogun Ashikaga Yoshimasa, this Zen temple
was supposed to have been finished in a coat of silver.
Although this step never occurred, the temple is still
known by the name Silver Pavilion. Attraction type: Religious site Tel: 075/771-5725
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
Daitoku-ji
Temple Complex, Kyoto
Konchi-in, Kyoto
The
Daitoku-ji complex of Zen Buddhism consists of 24 temples,
including Daisen-in and Ryogen-in. Attraction type: Religious site; Historic site; Garden
Attraction
type: Bay; Religious site
Address: 86 Fukuchi-cho, Nanzen-ji Complex, Kyoto, Japan
Fushimi
Inari Shrine, Kyoto
Chion-in, Kyoto
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
Attraction
type: Religious site Address: 400 Hayashi-shita-cho 3-chome, Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto
Handicraft Center, Kyoto
Koryu-ji
Temple, Kyoto
Many
Japanese crafts and souvenirs can be purchased at this
shop which is a very popular tourist destination. Attraction type: Specialty shop Tel: 81 (0) 75 761 5080 E-mail: khc@d1.dion.ne.jp
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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