Traveling around Japan without tourists
Find the most beautiful and hidden temples you will find in Japan.
Kotohira-gu (金刀比羅宮), or Konpira-san (こんぴら), is a sacred shrine reached by climbing 785 stone steps. Along the way, enjoy traditional shops and temple sights. With stunning views and deep history, it’s a peaceful escape near Takamatsu, perfect for an authentic Japan experience away from the crowds.
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Discover Futami Okitama Shrine (二見興玉神社) – a hidden coastal gem in Mie Prefecture where legend, nature, and spirituality merge. Walk along stone paths between cliffs and the sea, witness the famous Meoto Iwa (夫婦岩) “wedded rocks,” and uncover the mystical Kaeru Iwa (かえる岩). A breathtaking, crowd-free escape near Ise!
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Takaya Jinja Temple (高屋神社) is one of the most beautiful sights in Shikoku. Known for its Sky Torii (天空の鳥居), it stands 404 metres above Mount Inazumi (稲積山). It offers panoramic views of the Seto Sea and the city of Kan’onji, making it one of the most beautiful sights in Shikoku.
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In Kyoto Prefecture (京都府), there is Mukō Jinja (向日神社), a shrine that combines history, natural beauty and serenity. Founded in 718, this shrine is a haven of peace that is almost unknown to mass tourism, despite being located on the top of a small mountain, surrounded by the city of Kyoto and Mukō (向日市).
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Enryakuji (延暦寺), located on the summit of Mount Hieizan (比叡山), is a Buddhist temple complex with over 1,200 years of history and declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Located between Kyoto and Shiga, this place combines serenity, nature and a rich cultural heritage, making it a must-see destination for lovers of spirituality and natural beauty.
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Nestled in the mountains of the picturesque Ohara (大原) region of Kyoto Province (京都), Jakko-in (寂光院) is a Buddhist temple steeped in history and serenity. Surrounded by lush nature, this shrine offers a completely different experience from the hustle and bustle of Kyoto’s more popular temples.
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High atop Mount Nishiyama (西山) in Kyoto (京都), surrounded by nature and tranquility, lies a nearly unknown and untouristed temple that is almost 1,000 years old. The historic Honzan Sankoji (本山三鈷寺).
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