Kamikōchi is a remote mountain valley within the Japanese Alps. It is preserved in its natural state, being part of the Chūbu-Sangaku National Park. Cars and motorbikes are not allowed within the Valley and Kamikōchi is closed during five months in winter.
The Philosopher’s Path in Northeastern Kyoto follows a small canal lined with cherry trees. It was named after the influental 20th century japanese Philosopher Nishida Kitaro, who is said to have walked along the path for his daily meditation. Along the path are a number of temples and shrines to be seen.
Mount Hieizan is a Temple Mountain in northeast Kyoto. Because of its location it was thought to protect the old capital against evil in ancient times. The monastery (Tendai sect) dates from 788 and quickly gained political influence and power. To quench the rising power of the Tendai sect it was destroyed by Oda Nobunaga …
Nanzen-ji Temple in Eastern Kyoto was founded in the 13th century and is the head temple of one of the most important Zen-Buddhism Schools in Japan (Rinzai School). The Emperor Kameyama built his reitrement palace on the site in 1264 and later converted the place to a Zen Temple. As one legend has it, a …
Kamigamo Shrine in Northern Kyoto is one of Japan’s oldest Shinto Shrines (founded in 678). Together with the nearby Shimogamo Shrine the two Kamo Shrines were established along the river entering the city from the Northeast , thereby preventing evil and misfortune gaining access to the old capital. Both Kamo Shrines are part of the …
A morning walk around Kamigamo Shrine, Kyoto (4K) Read More »
