Japan Attractions: Holy Place
Here's a list of all attractions in Japan tagged as 'Holy Place' . Click 'X' to remove this filter and browse all of our top local attractions.
Asakusa Temple
The Asakusa Temple combines majestic architecture, centers of worship, elaborate Japanese gardens, and traditional markets to give you a modern-day look at ... Continue Reading »
Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji)
The Golden Pavilion, or Kinkaku-ji, is one of the most famous temples in Kyoto, and a major highlight of any visit to the city. The three-story pagoda ... Continue Reading »
Nikko National Park
The Nikko National Park is home to Buddhist shrines, incredible lakes, mountains, and natural beauty. It is renowned for its Botanical Garden, the intricate ... Continue Reading »
Kiyomizu Temple
The Kiyomizu Temple is an ancient institution, dating back to 798 AD and the days of Nara. Its classic design influenced temple architecture for centuries. ... Continue Reading »
Sanjusangen-do Hall
A renowned Buddhist temple, Sanjūsangen-dō Hall is home to 1,001 wooden statues of the 100-armed goddess of mercy, Kannon. The boggling array of statues ... Continue Reading »
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Dedicated to the gods of sake and rice, the Fushimi Inari Shrine is one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Japan. Five shrines dot the forested temple ... Continue Reading »
Arashiyama Park
For classic Kyoto in a nutshell, head to Arashiyama Park. The perennially popular area is rich in temples and a riot of fall colors in November, with pink ... Continue Reading »
Meiji Shrine
The Meiji Shrine is the most important and popular Shinto shrine in Tokyo. It was dedicated to the Emperor Meiji and his wife Empress Shōken in 1926. The ... Continue Reading »
Shitenno-ji Temple
One of Japan’s oldest Buddhist temples, Shitenno-ji Temple is entered through a huge stone tori gate dating back to 1294, the oldest in the country. ... Continue Reading »
Byodo-in Temple
If you think this classic furled-roof temple looks familiar, take a look at a 10-yen coin, and you’ll see why. One of Japan's most famous temples, and a ... Continue Reading »
Chion-in
The classically curved eaves, ceremonial steps and oversized two-story gateway mark Chion-in Temple as something special, even in temple-filled Kyoto. The ... Continue Reading »
Isshinji Temple
The Buddhist Isshinji Temple dates back to 1185. Founded by the priest Jien, it is a temple of the Jōdo shū school. What makes this temple particularly ... Continue Reading »
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- Monument - Historical
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- Neighborhood
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- People Watching
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- Religious Experience
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- Ruin - Ancient
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- Temple
- Theme Park
- Town / City
- Walking / Hiking
- Water Sports
- Bridge
- Cemetery
- Film & Cinema
- Good for Families
- Good Place to Drink
- Good Place to Relax
- Good Views / Viewpoint
- Island
- Market
- Monument - Modern
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- Must-Do Experience
- Nature & Wildlife
- Off-the-Beaten Path
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- Popular with Locals
- Restaurant
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- Scuba Diving
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- UNESCO Heritage Site
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