Kyoto City Oku-Saga Area

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Okusaga, spreading beyond the bustle of Arashiyama, is an atmospheric area with a lingering sense of silence and impermanence, having a history as an ancient burial ground. Places filled with stories and prayers are dotted throughout, such as thousands of stone towers at "Adashino Nenbutsu-ji" and "Gi-o-ji" surrounded by bamboo groves. Thatched-roof houses and old streetscapes remain, and the scenery is designated as a National Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. This area, where time flows quietly and differently from central tourist spots, is the best walking route for travelers who want to feel the depths of Japanese spirituality or the good old quiet Kyoto while walking.

Kyoto City Oku-Saga Area
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京都自転車観光ガイド（奥嵯峨編）

京都自転車観光ガイド（奥嵯峨編）

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Kyoto City Oku-Saga Area

Address
Keihoku Shuzan-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto
Website
https://www.kyokanko.or.jp/
Operator
Kyoto City Tourism Association

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Gi-o-ji Temple
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Gi-o-ji Temple

Surrounded by bamboo groves and deep maple trees, Gi-o-ji is a nunnery known for the tragic love story appearing in "The Tale of the Heike." The main highlight is the soft green "Moss Garden" covering the entire precincts. The shadows drawn by sunlight filtering through the trees onto the moss are very beautiful, making you feel as if you're walking on a green carpet. Buddhist statues placed inside a small grass hut and the light shining through the round "Yoshino Window" tell of the story's sadness and quiet faith. Beautiful moss, fresh greenery, and autumn leaves can be enjoyed throughout...

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Nizon-in Temple
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Nizon-in Temple

Located in Sagano, deep in Arashiyama, Nizon-in is a historic temple named after its two principal deities, Shaka Nyorai and Amida Nyorai. The wide approach called "Momiji no Baba" (Maple Racecourse) is brilliantly colored by flaming maples in autumn, a breathtakingly beautiful sight. Stepping into the quiet precincts, you can personally feel the transition of seasons loved by Heian period nobles and the gentle spirit of Buddhism. Being slightly away from the crowded center of Arashiyama, it is perfect for those who want to enjoy Japanese garden beauty and deep silence in a calm atmosphere and quietly reflect on themselves.

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Rakushisha
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Rakushisha

Located in the peaceful rural landscape of Sagano, "Rakushisha" is a thatched hut that was once the villa of Mukai Kyorai, a disciple of Matsuo Basho. The name originates from an episode where all the persimmons from the 40 trees in the garden fell overnight. The rustic thatched building and surrounding fields and mountains convey the quiet atmosphere where the Haiku culture of the Edo period still lives. While not a flashy tourist facility, the interior with straw raincoats and hats hanging on the walls allows you to feel the simple and rich lifestyle loved by the poets of that...

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Jojakko-ji Temple
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Jojakko-ji Temple

Located on the slopes of Mt. Ogura, Jojakko-ji is an atmospheric temple known for its thatched Niomon gate and magnificent city views from beside the Tahoto pagoda. The entire precincts are covered in lush trees, and especially during autumn, a mystical sight of the whole mountain stained red and yellow unfolds. The changing scenery as you climb the steep stone steps is beautiful, and from near the top, you can overlook as far as Mt. Hiei. With a historical background where Fujiwara no Teika is said to have compiled Waka poems, it is one of the most photogenic spots symbolizing...

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