Kinkakuji Temple, Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
There are many tourist spots in Kyoto, but perhaps some of you would like to take a break from the bustling atmosphere from time to time […]
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Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the god of learning, and is famous for its plum blossoms in spring. It is a popular sightseeing spot in Kyoto, but "after visiting the shrine, you will be able to enjoy the golden [...]".