This shrine is one of many located throughout Japan that was built to honor Inari, the Shinto god of rice.
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#2 of 76 attractions in Kyoto
Attraction type: Historic site; Religious site
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- Jun 11, 2008 "Favourite shrine in Kyoto"
- Oct 5, 2006 "i`ll never forget it"
- Mar 13, 2006 "A secret wonder of the world"
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#7 of 76 attractions in Kyoto
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
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- May 29, 2008 "Very Spiritual"
- Dec 19, 2006 "Totally unexpected!!!"
- Jun 13, 2006 "Very Moving"
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#16 of 76 attractions 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
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- Jan 31, 2008 "A sense of Zen"
- Apr 14, 2008 "Regular"
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#17 of 76 attractions in Kyoto
Attraction type: Historic home; Historic site
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- May 12, 2008 "Very interesting and worthwhile"
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#20 of 76 attractions in Kyoto
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
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- Jul 30, 2008 "Don't forget your passport"
- Sep 22, 2008 "京都に来たらここも訪れたい"
- Apr 14, 2008 "Hay que reservar"
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#33 of 76 attractions in Kyoto
Attraction type: Educational site; Historic site; Landmark/point of interest; Other; Religious site
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- Feb 1, 2008 "A Kyoto temple amidst the woods"
This Buddhist monument is a park dedicated to people who died in World War II.
Attraction type: Park; Monument
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Founded in 622, the temple houses impressive Buddhist statues, possibly from the 6th or 7th century.
Attraction type: Historic site; Religious site
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