Visit the world of a wealthy and powerful shogun in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.

Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.

Stroll through peaceful gardens and visit fascinating museums at this expansive park, the site of the 1970 World’s Fair. 

The To-ji Temple is one of the preeminent traditional sites in Kyoto, with exquisite structures, a flea market and the tallest pagoda in the country.

This shrine was created in 947 to mollify a furious spirit. Now, students and tourists gather to soak in the ambience of its traditional architecture and gardens.

Modelled on a setting in a novel, this site has one of Kyōto’s greatest traditional gardens and architectural treasures.