Fushimi town is developed as a castle town in the sixteenth century and is now best known for its sake production. It’s a nice place to visit after Fushimi Inari.
Konoshima Shrine/ Hidden spiritual power spots
it’s symbol, is an unusual “mihashira torii” gate – a triangular structure that appears to be formed from three individual torii – that stands in the pond.
A quieter Kyoto 3: Sesshuji/ Funda-in Temple
A quieter Sesshuji is lovely sub-temple of its sprawling neighbour Tufukujiuji temple. Sesshuji has the oldest beautiful dry gardens.
A quieter Kyoto 2: Get up early and go out late!
You can only enjoy wandering around the historic parts of Gion and Higashiyama, if you get up early or go out late. A quieter Kyoto gives you an atmospheric tranquility.
The best viewing spots for Gozan Okuribi/ Daimonji, Kyoto
“Daimonji Gozan Okuribi” is a famous as the Kyoto summer image. The best viewing spots for Gozan okuribi is Funaokayama park.
Tofukuji/ A quieter Kyoto 1: Far from the Madding Crowds
Tofukuji covers a wide area and contains two main gardens and the Sanmon Gate is the oldest zen main gate in Japan. The temple is a quieter in September.
Amanohashidate/ Japan’s three best scenic views (日本三景)
Amanohashidate, the meaning of which is roughly bridge to heaven, is a 3.6km long, pine tree covered sand bar. Miyajima and Matsushima are also best views.
Ajisai/ Mimuroto-ji temple
Mimuroto-ji temple garden has 10,000 hydrangeas in various pink, purple, blue and white hues and a path that snakes right through them.
Mimuroto-ji Temple/ Kyoto, Uji-city
Mimuroto-ji in Japan is famous for its hydrangea garden, alongside seasonal cherry blossoms in spring and vibrant autumn leaves.
Kyoto 1day Highlight trip/ Fushimi-Inari to Kiyomizu-dera
If you only have 1 day to see around Kyoto, take a highlight trip from Fushimi-Inari to Kiyomizu-dera and stroll along the preserved historic streets to Gion.