Sacred Sites in Japan

Below is an illustrated index of the sacred sites and religious places in Japan profiled so far on Sacred Destinations, listed in alphabetical order by name. Please note this list is far from comprehensive - many more great sites remain to be added. You can also view these sites on an interactive map.

Featured Sites in Japan Nanzenji Kyoto, Kansai An important Rinzai Zen temple on the Path of Philosophy, Nanzenji has a beautiful Zen garden and extensive grounds. Meiji Shrine Tokyo, Kanto A Shinto shrine dedicated to the souls of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, Meiji is surrounded by lush forests that are a haven of peace in the big city. Mount Fuji Chubu This beautiful peak is named for the Buddhist fire goddess Fuchi and is sacred to the Shinto goddess Sengen-Sama, whose shrine is found at the summit.

All Sites in Japan (View on Map) Adashino Nenbutsuji Kyoto Byodoin Kyoto Chionin Kyoto Daigoji Kyoto Daitokuji Kyoto Fushimi Inari Shrine Kyoto Ginkakuji Kyoto Great Buddha Kamakura Hasedera Kamakura Heian Jingu Kyoto Horyuji Nara Ise Shrine (Ise Jingu) Ise Kasuga Shrine Nara Kinkakuji Kyoto Kiyomizudera Kyoto Kofukuji Nara Meiji Shrine Tokyo Mount Fuji Chubu Nanzenji Kyoto Nara National Museum Nara Rinnoji Nikko Ryoanji Kyoto Sanjusangendo Kyoto Sensoji Tokyo Shikoku Island Pilgrimage Shikoku Shinkyo Bridge Nikko Todaiji Nara Toji Kyoto Toshogu Shrine Nikko Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Kamakura Yakushiji Temple Nara Yasaka Shrine Kyoto Yasakuni Shrine Tokyo Zeniarai Benten Kamakura

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