Great opportunity for tasting Suntory Yamazaki whiskey that one cannot find anywhere else. We called ahead to book the museum tour with options for tasting various whiskeys. If you cannot find availability on the Suntory Yamasaki website for the tasting, I recommend calling the distillery the day before to see if there is availability. The Spanish Oak casket finish and the 18 year were our favorite tasting. If you liked what you tasted one can purchase small bottles in the gift shop, however not all bottles were available, and to purchase larger bottles, you will need to plan ahead and win a spot on the distillery tour lottery. My only complaint was that we couldn’t purchase larger bottles of the Spanish Oak cask finished whiskey or the 18 year.

Very disappointed. Do not trust all those positive reviews and take a look at the lowest review to have a better view on reality of this distillery. Travelled half the world to hear that it was fully booked. When a week earlier trying to book a tour, it was rejected with the advise to buy a ticket at the entrance gate. It was not busy at all. It seems they artificially keep it sold out so to be able to raise the price. Never had such treatment at Scottish distilleries ever. Was not even allowed to visit the gift shop. Will not ever buy this whisky again. There are many much better whiskies anyway. Mind that there are much better alternatives such as the whisky lab in Gion distict of Kyoto or the Nagahama distillery (1 hour from Kyoto).

This is a really beautiful distillery and worth the trek to get to. We booked for the free tasting / self-guided tour about a month in advance. You need a reservation for a tasting or tour. You'll need to pay foe the tasting itself and you get to enjoy it in their beautiful tasting room. The gift shop was nice, some great gifts. You won't find, at least now, most of the full sized bottles. I did up finding some at the liquor stores in Tokyo though before we left Japan (don't wait to find at the airport). Beautiful setting in a nice quiet area. Totally worth visiting if you are into great whiskey.

Had a really enjoyable time touring and tasting the whiskeys at the Yamazaki Distillery. I would highly recommend coming here if you get the chance (you need to enter a lottery to get the chance). The tour is 3000 yen and comes with a tour of their whisky making processes, a tasting and a souvenir. There is a limited whisky you can only get from doing the tour and you should definitely buy it. You don't get another chance once you walk out of the tasting. The tour is in Japanese l, but they have an app that will tell you what's going on at each stop in your language. The tour guides were informative and friendly and we got to see, smell and taste 5 of their whiskeys at the tasting. Like I mentioned before, you should go if you have the chance.

The tour here is really worth it. For 3000 you get to walk around the distillery, then do a tasting session with 4 + 1 whiskies. The +1 is to make a Yamazaki highball. Then after you can buy a bottle. After it's possible to go to the gift shop. There is also a bar there were you can buy a den taste rarer whiskies in 30ml measures. There are also a few flights for tasting comparison.

This distillery offers paid guided tour to visitors who are interested in factory tour for whisky production. The tour requires reservation and a lucky draw to enter. The tour is quite informative and has whiskey tasting session at the end which you can taste raw whiskey and the blended product, with pure and highball style. Some tasting notes is offered so that you can learn some basic techniques in the session. The tour price is quite reasonable but it is not a pleasant tour under hot weather.

I had a fantastic experience at the Suntory distillery tour this morning. The staff were incredibly helpful and knowledgeable, making the visit both educational and enjoyable. A special thank you to the gentleman who translated for us and took beautiful photos—his kindness and professionalism really made the experience memorable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in whisky and Japanese craftsmanship!

Beautiful shrine famous for its well water and wind chimes! 🎐 The well water is famous (top 100 water places in Japan!) and locals wait to fill up bottles (20L limit). I happily filled my water bottle while there. I really came for the beautiful wind chimes! So lovely and peaceful. This shrine also has beautiful stamps/art for sale as souvenirs.

Even if it was heavy rain, it was a very special spiritual atmosphere. Worth to visit!

Woods

Best experience

(Translated by Google) Located on the outskirts of Osaka, Minase Shrine is home to the "Rikyu no Mizu," a water source selected as one of Japan's 100 most famous springs. If you visit, you'll understand: it's a sacred place that leaves you feeling incredibly refreshed.✩︎⡱ Nearby, there's the Suntory whiskey distillery and beer factory, and it's said that wherever there's whiskey, there's also delicious, clean water. It's almost in Kyoto, but I think it's one of the few places where nature remains. I don't want to say it too loudly, but this mountain river has a beautiful valley, and in the summer, there's a lovely spot where children play in the river.^ ^ In Osaka's Hokusetsu region, Settsukyo Gorge is also famous, but this place is truly blessed with precious nature and a very pleasant atmosphere.♬ Minase Shrine is located in a surprisingly residential area, and it's a truly sacred place that has been loved by locals for many years.^ ^ Locals often come here to collect water, so if you're here, be sure to bring a water bottle and enjoy the natural water. The parking lot is spacious and safe, but please note that the roads are narrow in some places and the area is residential, so please use your navigation system and drive slowly and quietly. (It can get confusing if you get lost, lol.) I visited at the end of July, and it seems that nighttime viewing is also possible at this time of year.♪ I think it would be very charming to enjoy the illuminated wind chimes when the temperature cools down a bit.^ ^ Please be sure to observe proper etiquette when you visit.✩︎⡱ (Original) 大阪の外れ、名水百選に選ばれた「離宮の水」のある水無瀬神宮。 くれば分かりますが、大変清々しい気分にさせて貰える神聖な場所です✩︎⡱ 近くにはサントリーのウイスキー蒸留所、ビール工場があるりますが、ウイスキーのある所に、美味しく綺麗な水があると言われているぐらいに貴重な土地になります。 ほぼ京都にはなりますが、自然が残っている少ない場所かと思います。 あまり大きな声では言えませんが、この更に山川には、とても綺麗な渓谷があり、夏には子供達が川遊びをしている喉かな場所があります^ ^ 大阪北摂では、摂津峡も有名ですが、本当に貴重な自然があり、とても気持ちの良い所です♬ 水無瀬神宮よ場所は、びっくりするぐらいの住宅街にあり、本当に地元の方達から、長年愛され続けられている事がよく分かる、とても密着した神聖な場所です^ ^ 地元の方も気軽に水を汲みに来られており、こちらに寄られる際は、水筒などを持って、ぜひ天然水を楽しんでみてください。 駐車場もとても広く安心して来られますが、一点注意として、道幅が狭い箇所があり、また住宅街なので、ナビを使って、静かにゆっくり走行してください。(迷うとややこしそうです笑) 私の来た時は7月末になり、この時期は夜間拝観も出来るようです♪ 少し気温の落ち着いた時間に、ライトアップされた風鈴を楽しまれるのも風情があって良いかと思います^ ^ マナーを守って、ぜひ来てみてくださいね✩︎⡱

(Translated by Google) I visited around 3 PM on a weekday. The main gate is a little hard to find, but it's on the west side. There's also a large parking lot next to it. To the right of the approach, there were adorable wind chimes made by children from a nearby kindergarten. 😁 The sound of the wind chimes echoing along with the breeze throughout the temple grounds creates a refreshing feeling. Apparently, there are about 1,000 wind chimes hanging from the ceiling! ️ It's truly a summer tradition! ✨ The temple grounds are home to many Important Cultural Properties and Nationally Designated Cultural Properties, each one telling of its rich history. ️ The water pump next to the chozuya (purification fountain) on the grounds is so famous that locals come here to get their hands on it. Apparently, it's been selected as one of Japan's 100 Famous Waters! ️ There are plenty of other things to see, too! 😁 It's a 10-15 minute walk from both Minase Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Main Line and Shima Station on the JR Lines. It appears to be open 24 hours a day. Reception is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. (Original) 平日15時頃訪問。 正門はわかりにくいですが、西側にあります。 隣に大きな駐車場もありました。 参道入って右手に、近隣の幼稚園？の子供達が作った可愛らしい風鈴が飾られていました😁 境内には、風鈴の音が風と共に鳴り響いていて、涼やか気持ちになります。 約1000個の風鈴が吊り下げられているそうです‼️ まさに夏の風物詩です✨ 境内には重要文化財、国指定文化財等が多く、歴史を物語ります‼️ 境内の手水舎横の水汲み場は、地元の人が汲みにくるほど、有名な水みたいです。 全国名水百景にも選ばれているそうです‼️ 他にも見所はいっぱいです😁 阪急京都本線『水無瀬』駅、JR『島駅』駅共に徒歩10～15分。 24時間参拝できるみたいです。 受付は9時から17時

(Translated by Google) My parents used to take me there in the car when I was little. This time I took the train. It's far from the station, but it feels like it's in a residential area. It's very stylishly decorated and has a relaxing atmosphere. They have a wide variety of fortune-telling slips, and they also sell stylish and durable goshuincho (stamp notebooks), which I'd love to own (lol). Of course, the water was delicious! (Original) 小さい頃親に車でよく連れてって貰ってました。 今回は電車で。 駅からは離れています。住宅街にある感じ。 かなりオシャレな作りになってて落ち着きます。 おみくじ種類沢山、 御朱印帳もオシャレで丈夫なの売ってて欲しくなりました(笑) お水ももちろん美味しくいただきました！

(Translated by Google) 2024/12/7 This year it was warmer than usual, and the autumn leaves🍁 looked nice😌 I had a chance to talk to a woman who was wearing Fallen Leaves, and I was even more curious about the company whose name I didn't know. Also, maybe I just didn't notice it until now, but the fox 🦊, which is enshrined at Inari, was beautifully decorated ✨ I visited this shrine for the first time this spring, and the various flowers that bloom each season made me want to come again next year. 2024/5/9 The saxifrage flowers were blooming. I used to think that it was a rare flower that only bloomed in some parts of Kyoto, but when I looked into it, I realized that it blooms in a lot more places than I expected😅 However, at first I thought it was rare, so even now when I find it, it's a cute flower and makes me happy😌✨ By the way, on this day there was something on the truck at the Yamazaki Whiskey Factory next to the shrine⛩? As I was loading the trucks, I became concerned and asked the people working there what they were loading, even though I thought they were busy at work. Then They said, ``Load the unprocessed sake and transport it to Hakushu''😌 I just passed by the Hakushu factory in Nagano less than a week ago, and it felt strange 😅 2024/4/8 I didn't know where to park my car, but there was a bicycle parking lot, so I parked my bike. There were no people around, the stone wall looked like a castle, and the flowers and trees blooming around it gave it a very sacred feeling. Is there a mountain trail behind the main shrine? There was a long road, so I walked for about 30 minutes and then turned back. On the way [Iwaza? ] There was a place like this, and I personally thought it was amazing 😌 Near the torii gate ⛩ at the entrance, you can smell the whiskey from the [Yamazaki Whiskey Factory] and think, ``Maybe the god here likes whiskey more than alcohol 🍶?'' ” I imagined various things 😌 (Original) 2024/12/7 今年は例年より暖かく、紅葉🍁は良い感じでした😌 落ち葉を履かれていた女性の方と話す機会が有り、気になっていた名前の知らない社が、更に気にってしまいました😅 後、今まで、気付かなかっただけか、稲荷に祀られている狐🦊さんが、凄く綺麗に飾られていました✨ 今年の春頃初めて来た神社ですが、季節ごとに色んな花が咲き、また来年も来たいと思いました😌 2024/5/9 ユキノシタの花が咲いてました。 昔は京都の一部にしか咲かない珍しい花と思っていましたが、調べてみると意外と色んな所に咲いているんだと、わかりました😅 しかし、はじめに珍しいと、思い込んでいたため、今でも見つけたら、可愛い花ですし、嬉しくなります😌✨ ちなみに、この日は神社⛩隣の山崎ウイスキー工場で、トラックに何か？積み込む作業をしていて、気になり作業をされている方に、仕事中で忙しいと思いながらも、何を積んでいるか尋ねました。 そしたら 「原酒を積み込み、白州まで運ぶ」、と、おっしゃられていました😌 ついこないだ、1週間も経たない前に、長野の白州の工場の前を通ったばかりだったので、何か変な感じでした😅 2024/4/8 車🚙は止める場所は分かりませんでしたが、駐輪場🚲は有り、バイクを停めました。 人が全く居なく、石垣がお城みたいで、周りに咲く花🌼や樹木🌲が凄く神聖な感じがしました😌 本殿奥に登山道？が有り、延々と続く為、30分ほど歩いて、引き返しました。 途中で［磐座？］みたいな場所が有り、個人的に凄いと思い眺めてました😌 入口の鳥居⛩付近では、［山崎ウイスキー工場］からのウイスキーの匂いがし、『ここの神様はお酒🍶よりもウイスキーが好きかも？』と、色々想像しました😌

(Translated by Google) I am located in Honmachi Yamazaki, Shimamoto-machi, Mishima-gun, Osaka Prefecture. Pass through the middle of the Suntory factory (public road) and you will see a torii gate at the end. For a moment, I thought I had to speak to the guard as I entered the factory. Behind the shrine is Tennozan. There is a guide at the entrance pointing to the ruins of Nishikannonji Temple. The deities currently enshrined here are Susana no Mikoto, Emperor Shomu, and Emperor Gotoba. It used to be Shiio Daimyojin (Gozu Tenno). that's right. This is the origin of Tennozan. Until the Meiji period, there were no boundaries between Shinto and Buddhism. They were worshiped together. There is a hiking course in the back that leads to Mt. Tennozan. (Original) 大阪府三島郡島本町本町山崎におわします。 サントリーの工場の真ん中を抜けて（公道）突き当たりに鳥居が見えます。 一瞬工場内に入るから守衛さんに声かけしないといけないのかと思ってしまいます。 お宮の裏手は天王山です。入り口に西観音寺跡を示す案内があります。 御祭神は現在　素戔嗚命　聖武天皇　後鳥羽天皇です。　かつては椎尾大明神（牛頭天王）でした。　そうです。　天王山の由来です。 明治になるまでは神仏に境目はありませんでした。一緒にお祀りされてました。 奥に天王山へ続くハイキングコースがあります。

(Translated by Google) I don't think there was a parking lot. It is enshrined in the back of Suntory Oyamazaki Factory. I went down the valley from Mt. Suntory and arrived from behind the shrine lol Perhaps because it's located at the bottom of a valley, it had a very relaxing atmosphere, like a sacred area. Behind the shrine, there is a rare sight where the Meishin Expressway's Tennozan tunnel crosses a valley, making it slightly exposed! ! (Original) 駐車場、無かったと思います。サントリー大山崎工場の奥に、鎮座されてます。 サントリー山から谷を下って、神社裏から辿りつきましたwww 谷底という場所のためか、神域としての雰囲気抜群で、気が引き締まる感じの空気感でした。 神社ウラには、名神高速道路の天王山トンネルが谷を渡るために、少しだけ露出して見えるという珍しい光景も！！

(Translated by Google) It is said that in the 18th year of Tenpyo (746) during the Nara period, there was a temple called Nishikannonji. The person who made it was Gyoki, who is famous for the Great Buddha in Nara. Furthermore, it is said that the founder of Shugendo, Kozumi Yaku, practiced ascetic practices in this deep valley, enshrined Fudo Myoo in front of the waterfall, and invited Benzaiten Shrine to the top of the mountain. In the Edo period, Kannonji, Hoshakuji, and Nishikannonji were lined up, and the Saigoku Kaido flourished as Yamazaki-shuku, according to the monument of Enma-do on Suntory's premises and the Komafuda of Shiio Shrine. However, in the Meiji period (1858), the government ordered the separation of Shinto and Buddhism and the abolition of anti-Buddhism, and Nishikannon-ji Temple was destroyed and disappeared. By the way, Shiio Shrine remained. In the guard room of the Suntory Distillery, he asked, ``I'm going to pray at the shrine across the street.Is it okay if I let you pass?'' Hi there! A pleasant reply will come back to you. Shiio Shrine is now a quiet shrine that enshrines Sushoson, Emperor Shomu, and Retired Emperor Gotoba. If you join hands in front of the main shrine, you can also see the SUNTORY barrel 😉 There is a large valley with a concrete embankment. I predicted that the waterfall of Yakukozuno Shugyo Falls would be above this, so I climbed a little to see it. There is the Meishin Expressway, where cars run through a large pipe that crosses the valley. Well, the Meishin line was opened in 1963, so it feels like a historical site from 60 years ago (hahaha) (Original) 奈良時代の天平18年（746）西観音寺という寺院が有ったそうだ。作ったのがあの奈良の大仏で有名な行基さん。 更に修験道の開祖、役小角がこの奥の谷で修行、滝の前に不動明王を安置、山の上に弁財天社を勧誘したという。 サントリーの敷地内の焔魔堂の跡碑、椎尾神社の駒札に、江戸時代には「観音寺」「宝積寺」そして「西観音寺」が並び、西国街道は山崎宿として栄えたと… だが明治になり(1858)神仏分離、廃仏毀釈という政府の命令、西観音寺は壊され無くなってしまう。どっこい、椎尾神社が残っていました。 サントリー蒸留所の守衛室で"向かいの神社へお参りします。通らせて貰っても宜しいか ?" ハイどうぞ ! 気持ちの良い返事が帰って来る。 椎尾神社、今は素戔嗚尊、聖武天皇、後鳥羽上皇を祀った静かな神社、本殿前で手を合わすとSUNTORYの樽も見えます😉 大きな谷が有りコンクリートの堤防がある。役小角修行の滝はこの上と予測、少し登って見ます。そこには名神高速道路、谷を横切る大きな管の中を車が走っているのです。いやぁ名神開通は1963年の事、60年前の史跡に感じます(わはは)

(Translated by Google) A road that divides the large grounds of Suntory Yamazaki Factory into two. is running towards the back. Passing by the reception desk, When you go to the end of the gentle slope, you will see the torii gate of Shiio Shrine. He will welcome you. There are mountains in the back, factories in front, and facilities on the side. However, there are no private houses or residences at all. Neighbors going for a walk It seems unlikely that people will pass through the area, so there are benches and playground equipment. The atmosphere is clearly different from the shrine in the town where it is located. As I walked along the gravel road to the shrine, I could only hear the cries of wild birds. come. The sound of the Sanyo Main Line railroad crossing sounds like an event far away. . The secluded shrine building and the surrounding dense forest. What is the secular world? It stands out, but it's not particularly mysterious either. . It feels just right and really calms me down. Existence A shrine that is not. It's worth a look. (Original) サントリー山崎工場の広い敷地を二つに分ける道路 が奥に向かって走っている。受付の前を通り過ぎ、 緩い坂道を突き当たりまで行くと椎尾神社の鳥居が 迎えてくれる。後ろは山、前は工場、横に施設があ るが民家、住宅の類は一切無い。近所の人が散歩や 通り抜けで訪れることも無さそうで、ベンチ、遊具 が置いてある町の神社とは明らかに雰囲気が違う。 砂利道の参道を進むと野鳥の鳴き声だけが聞こえて 来る。山陽本線の踏切音も遠い向こうの出来事の様 。ひなびた社殿と周囲の鬱蒼とした森。俗世界とは 一線を画すが、特別ミステリアスという訳でも無い 。そこがちょうどいい感じで実に落ち着ける。在り そうで無い神社。一見の価値はある。

(Translated by Google) I asked about it during a tour of Yamazaki Distillery. The appearance at the foot of the mountain in Yamazaki was wonderful. Please protect us so that you can enjoy Yamazaki whiskey forever. (Original) 山崎蒸溜所見学の中で伺いました。山崎の山の麓の佇まいが素晴らしかったです。いつまでも山崎のウイスキーを楽しめますようお守り下さい。

(Translated by Google) There was a temple called Nishikannon-ji, which is said to have been founded by the monk Gyoki with the eleven-faced Kannon, the Buddha of Emperor Shomu, as its principal image. Also known as ``Tanidera,'' it is said that in the early Edo period, there were a main hall with seven rooms and four sides, an orderly array of halls and pagodas, and 12 monks' chambers. However, due to the Haibutsu Kishaku movement in the first year of the Meiji era, Nishikannonji was abolished, and the shrine was moved to the northeast from its current site and became Shiio Shrine. Buildings and statues were dispersed to different temples. The main hall was moved to Kannon-ji Temple, the Enma-do Hall was moved to Dainen-ji Temple, the Gozon statues of King Enma and his followers were moved to Hoshaku-ji Temple, and to a temple in Oyamazaki. The original enshrined deity was Shiio Daimyojin, but now it enshrines Susano no Mikoto, Emperor Shomu, and Emperor Gotoba. (Original) 僧行基が聖武天皇の帰依仏である十一面観音を本尊にして開創したと伝えられる西観音寺という寺院がありました。 「谷寺」とも呼ばれ、江戸初期には七間四面の本堂を中心に、堂塔が整然とたちならび１２の僧房もあったと伝えられます。 しかし、明治元年の廃仏毀釈によって西観音寺は廃寺となり、現社地より北東に移動になり、椎尾神社となります。建物や像は各お寺に分散していきました。本堂は観音寺へ、閻魔堂は大念寺へ、閻魔大王と眷属の五尊像は宝積寺へと、大山崎の寺にそれぞれ移されています。当初の祭神は椎尾大明神でしたが、現在は素戔鳴命（すさのおのみこと）、聖武天皇、後鳥羽天皇を祀っています

(Translated by Google) A shrine located in Shimamoto-cho, Mishima-gun, Osaka. I stopped by on my way down from Wakayama. Founded in 701, this shrine has been highly revered by aristocrats since ancient times. I didn't see it because I was tired, but I heard that from the shrine, you can see Mt. Otokoyama and the confluence of the three rivers: Katsuragawa, Ujigawa, and Kizugawa. (Original) 大阪の三島郡島本町にある神社。 若山から下山途中で寄りました。 創建は701年で、古来より貴人の崇敬が厚い神社。 疲れていたので見てませんが、神社からは、男山や桂川、宇治川、木津川の三川合流地点が見えるとのこと。

(Translated by Google) There is a parking lot near the entrance of the approach and at the top of a narrow forest road. You will have to climb some stone stairs. The scenery is nice, and there seems to be a hiking trail from the temple grounds. The main shrine was also historical and nice, but I was fascinated by the view of the many stone monuments at the back of the main shrine. (Original) 参道の入り口付近と林道のような細い道を上った先に駐車場があります。 結構な石段を登って行きます。景色は良いですね、境内からハイキングコースがあるようです。本殿も歴史があり良かったですが本殿の奥にある沢山の石碑のある景色に見とれました。

(Translated by Google) It is located in the mountains of Shimamoto Town. We drove up a fairly narrow road and parked at a wild and natural parking lot before visiting the shrine. It's a nice view that can only be seen from a hill. There is a company office and there are people there. It is full of the power that only a good shrine can have, and I think it is a shrine that will make you feel glad that you came. (Original) 島本町の結構な山の中にあります。 車でなかなかの細い道を登っていき、自然でワイルドな駐車場にとめてから参拝しました。 高台ならではのいい眺めです。 社務所があり、ちゃんと人がおられます。 良い神社ならではのパワーも満ち満ちており、来て良かったと思わせていただける神社だと思います。

(Translated by Google) It is located just past Hankyu Minase Station through Wakayamadai. There is quite a slope along the way, and there are also quite steep stairs from the parking lot. There is a road that continues from the side of the torii gate, and you can drive right up to the main shrine, but it is quite a detour and a steep slope, so we recommend only those who are confident in driving. Since the shrine is located in the mountains, it has a very sacred atmosphere and I felt comfortable visiting it. You can also receive a Goshuin stamp. (Original) 阪急水無瀬駅から若山台を抜けた先にあります。道中かなりの勾配がありますが、駐車場からもかなりきつい階段があります。 鳥居横からさらに車道が続いていて、車で本殿のすぐそばまで行くことができますが、かなりの隘路&急勾配になりますので、運転に自信のある方のみお勧めします。 山中にある神社のため、とても神聖な雰囲気が漂い、気持ちよく参拝できました。御朱印も戴くことができます。

(Translated by Google) There is a free parking lot. You can go near the main hall by car, but the road is quite narrow so you can walk, so if there is one, it would be better to walk from the bottom. I thought so. I thought it was a nice shrine as there were hardly any tourists and it still had an old-fashioned atmosphere. It was really impressive that there was a barrel of Suntory wine inside the main hall. There is a [karahafu], which is long and seems to be a rare structure in Osaka. The entrance to the hiking course [Taikomichi] there is. 2024/5/5 The trip was supposed to be one night and two days, but due to too many detours, it ended up being two nights and three days, and just as I was about to get home, there was another festival going on. It started with a festival in Hino Town on the first day, and ended with this festival, and I was finally able to go home 😌 (Original) 無料の駐車場が有ります。 本堂近くまで車で行けますが、道がかなり細いので歩けるので有れば下から歩いた方が良いよかな？と思いました。 観光客がほとんどいなく昔ながらの雰囲気が残っており良い神社だと思いました。 本堂の中にサントリーのワインの樽が有ったのが、凄く印象的でした。 ［唐破風］があり、それが長く、大阪では、珍しい造りみたいです。 ハイキングコースの［太閤道］の入口が あります。 2024/5/5 一泊二日の予定だった旅行も、寄り道のし過ぎで二泊三日となり、帰宅間際で、また祭りがやってました✨ 初日の日野町の祭りに始まり、この祭りで最後となり、やっと帰宅する事が出来ました😌

(Translated by Google) April 1, 2020 (Friday) This will be my second visit. I used to come here at the height of the summer heat. This time it's cherry blossom season🌸 The cherry blossoms and other trees were magnificent. You can see the cityscape, and it's refreshing ✨ Two guardian dogs were enshrined in front of the main shrine. From the lower torii gate, you have to climb quite a bit. However, if you have a car, you can go up to the main shrine from the side street of the torii gate. Parking space 🅿️ and toilet 🚻 are also available. It also serves as a trailhead, so you can enjoy hiking as well. At this time, I was able to see the collaboration of cherry blossom blooming and autumn leaves sprouting 🌸🍁 (Original) 令和４年４月１日(Friday) ２度目の参拝になります。 以前は夏の暑い盛りに来ました。 この度は桜の時に🌸 桜も他の木々も立派でした。 街並みを見渡せますし、何と言っても清々しい✨ 狛犬が２体ずつ、本殿の前に鎮座していました。 下の鳥居からは、かなり登らなくてはなりません。 ですが車でしたら、鳥居の脇道から本殿まで上がれます😊 駐車スペース🅿️とトイレ🚻も完備されてますよ。 登山口にもなってますので、ハイキングも楽しめますね。 この時は、桜の開花と紅葉の発芽のコラボが観れました🌸🍁

(Translated by Google) 5/3/2023 (Holiday) I went to the annual festival. After the priest's greeting, I was purified and the 4th part of the Izumo traditional performing arts began. In the 3rd part, Ebisu-sama was performing a fun performance of fishing for sea bream, and he went around the audience to hand out lucky rain 😉 It was a longevity candy, but it also had a punchline that made me laugh out loud! The main event was the famous "Iwami Kagura, Izumo's Yamata no Orochi Extermination"! He performed the struggle with the giant snake and the extermination in an easy-to-understand way. It was a great experience ☺️ End of May 2021 On the last Sunday of May under the state of emergency, I walked about 40 minutes from JR Shimamoto and Hankyu Minase towards the mountain to avoid crowds. I thought that there would be few people at a shrine in such a remote mountain area, so I climbed it. Oh 😵 😊 A shrine has been built in this place since the Asuka period and is still loved by the locals. The main hall has a distinctive roof called Mukai Karahafu, and inside you can see a large Suntory barrel and a photo of an offering from Iwami Kagura from Shimane. I'll come and see it next time! What's good about this shrine is that there are a lot of benches. People can eat their lunch, read, or look at the view. And hikers can take a break, and you can tell that everyone has climbed up to worship and improve their health. The bad thing is that there are a lot of bush mosquitoes. Even in summer, you'll need insect repellent spray if you're wearing long or short sleeves. Also, on your way back, it's best to follow the signs for the path to Shakushiro. If you walk about 10 minutes from the bamboo path, you'll see a different view, hehe 👌 (Original) 2023年5/3(祝) 例大祭に行きました。神主さんの挨拶の後、お祓いをして頂き、4部の出雲伝統芸能が始まる。 3部はえびす様が鯛釣りをする様子が楽しく演じられ客席を回って福雨を配るんだな😉長寿飴だがオチもあり大笑いだ！ メインはかの有名な"石見神楽、出雲のヤマタノオロチ退治"だ！大蛇と格闘して退治までを解りやすく演じる。良いもの見させて貰ったぜ☺️ 2021年5/末 緊急事態宣言下の5月最終日曜日、密を避けてJR島本、阪急水無瀬から山に向かって40分程歩く。こんな山奥の神社なら人も少ないだろと思って登って見た。 あれっ😵 😊飛鳥時代からこの地に神社が建てられ今も地元に愛されている。向唐破風とかいう屋根に特徴のある本殿、中にはサントリーの大きな樽、島根の石見神楽の奉納の写真が見える。今度見に来るわ！ この神社の良いところ、ベンチが多い。弁当を食べる、読書する、景色を見る。そしてハイカーの休憩等、各々が参拝と健康の為に登って来たのがわかる。 良くないのは藪蚊が多い。夏でも長袖、半袖なら防虫スプレーが必要だわ。 それとね、帰り道は尺代への道の看板に沿って帰るが良い。竹の道から10分程歩けば、ふふっ別の景色が見えるわ👌

Very large temple grounds. We spent easy an hour plus walking around. There are vending machines after you enter the grounds as well.

Accidently happened across this temple on the way to another one, and so glad we did. It is hands down one of my favorite temples in Kyoto. It is so peaceful with the garden and you can explore parts of the temple grounds. Easily spent an hr here and would come back again.

Worth a visit as you’re probably exploring the surrounding area (bamboo forest, other temples…). But it’s not particularly remarkable. It’s beautiful and well maintained as all the other temples around here, but if you’re merely visiting and you have no religious connection to the place, you may easily forget this temple later on. I would still check it out. You have to pay to enter, can’t remember how much it was, but it was 1000 yen or less.

Stumbled upon this temple while visiting the bamboo forest. We arrived around 9:30am and we were the only ones there. It was so gorgeous with all the fall foliage. There’s also a stunning view if you walk all the way up the stairs in the back and go to the right up the path!!

This quiet temple is located on the hill at the edge of Arashiyama, a short and pleasant walk from the more popular areas. We visited in early spring so the grounds were not at their best - I hear autumn is the best season to go - but worth a visit in any season. Aside from foliage, the main draw is the presence of historical graves in the grounds, including several of significant cultural interest. The graves are laid out over several levels, and the paths can be uneven and slippery, so take care and wear good shoes if you intend to explore. There's also a path leading up to a lookout with lovely views to the east over the city.

Stopped by by chance — unexpectedly cozy and peaceful. A quiet, beautiful place that’s perfect for a short visit.

The entrance fee is now 600¥ per person. A stunning spot to see autumn colours. The temple is also home to the graves of three emperors. Made our trip to the Bamboo Forest worth it.

A must see Kyoto attraction as a tourist. A bit far from the station, which was great for a more quiet, relaxing visiting. There's both paid and free areas, both are beautiful. Definitely worth a visit. Also one of the few temples where there's opportunities for tourists to take their shoes off and walk freely inside. Please be considerate of staff instructions and posted signage.

Amazing zen temple a bit away from main Kyoto attractions. There was not that many tourists there as in most popular temples which contributed to the calm and spiritual vibe. If you can I recommend going for matcha tea room there as it’s so beautiful and relaxing. I absolutely recommend coming there to enjoy cultural side of Kyoto.

A bit of walk to get to. The nearest bus stop is 10 minutes walk, but it takes you through a beautiful part of the city. Interesting aqueduct that's worth checking out. The grounds are very peaceful and the sound of running water is all around you.

The magnificent all-wood main hall is truly impressive. Don’t forget to go up to the second floor, where you can overlook the entire city of Kyoto. This is also one of the best spots for viewing autumn leaves.

The centre of Zen Buddhism in Japan! There is a few important cultural art pieces as well as stone gardens here. Great thing about this temple is they have English translation of the pieces. However, I am sure why they dont just recycle the plastic bags that hold your shoes for you. Seems wasteful to tell visitors to take them back home.

I went on a sunday morning in november, there were a lot of tourist buses and well, alot of people, even then i do recommend walking through the grounds, it is quite beautiful and at least at this time of the year, the trees are turning into their fall colors which makes it exra special. There is a trail to mount damji at the back of the temple grounds, though it is quite challenging so not for the feint of heart.

One of those Kyoto spots that are not as popular among tourists. Definitely worth the visit if you are around the area. 10/10 could have been more beautiful if the momiji was around.

(Translated by Google) I played my first round early in the new year, and it was a good course. There is a wide variety of long holes and short holes, and some holes are challenging, such as crossing valleys and ponds in front of the green. The greens were well maintained and the speed was a fun 9.2. The food was delicious and the round scores were good. It was a good first hit. (Original) 新年早々、初打ちでラウンドさせてもらいましたが、良いコースでしたよ。 距離の長いホール、短めのホールと変化に富んでいて、谷越えやグリーン手前に池越えがあったりとチャレンジするホールも。 グリーンのメンテナンスもされていて、速さも9.2と楽しい速さでした。 食事も美味しかったし、ラウンドのスコアも上出来でした。 良い初打ちになりました。

(Translated by Google) Because it is located deep in the mountains, full bloom is delayed. The greens are fast and difficult, but it feels good. It's not crowded so there's not much waiting time. It's a good golf course that only those in the know know about. (Original) 山奥に有るので、満開が遅めに成ります。 グリーンが早くて難度高めですが良い感じ 詰め込んで無いので待ちも少ないし 知る人ぞ識る良いゴルフ場です

(Translated by Google) The course, fairways, and even green rough are well maintained. The cart moves automatically and is convenient with a remote control. I want to come again~~ (Original) 코스와 페어웨이, 그린 러프까지 관리가 잘되어 있네요. 카트는 자동으로 움직이고, 리모컨으로 편리함까지~~~ 또 오고 싶네요~~

(Translated by Google) The course is of a reasonable level and the course greens are all well maintained. There is also a wonderful course with a view of the city of Kyoto. (Original) 전장도 적당히 레벨이 있고 코스 그린 모두 잘 관리되어 있습니다. 교터 시내가 보이는 멋진 코스도 있어요

(Translated by Google) ■Place It is located in the northern mountains from the Shin-Meishin Takatsuki Interchange. On the way, there is a fork in the road to Shin-Osaka Golf, so be careful. ■Course It is a good course and is well maintained. The uphill hole is quite tough. The hall at the top offers a spectacular view from Kyoto to Takatsuki. I felt that the greens were mostly horizontal, so distance is important. Some holes are relatively short, so consider options other than driver. ■Lunch There are so many different types that it can be hard to decide which one to choose. There are not many mistakes, so you can rest assured♪ ■House The shoe box in the locker has an independent drawer, so it's very convenient to use and the space is more comfortable than other places. There is also a large lounge on the second floor, which is convenient for meeting people or gathering for private competitions. It's a course you'll want to go to again. (Original) ■場所 新名神高槻インターチェンジから北の山の中に入ったところにあります。 途中、新大阪ゴルフとの分かれ道があるので、気をつけましょう。 ■コース 手入れがよく出来ていて、良いコースです。 ダラダラ上りのホールは結構タフです。 頂上にあるホールは京都から高槻までを見渡す事が出来て、絶景です。 グリーンは横長が多く感じましたので、距離感が重要です。 比較的短いホールもありますので、ドライバー以外の選択も考えます。 ■お昼 種類が豊富にありますので、どれにしようか迷ってしまいます。あまりハズレはありませんので、安心です♪ ■ハウス ロッカーのシューズボックスが独立して引き出しになっているので、とても使い勝手が良くて、よそと比べると居心地の良い空間です。 また、2階には広いラウンジがありますので、待ち合いや、プライベートコンペの集合にも便利です。 また行きたくなるコースです。

(Translated by Google) This is one of the best golf courses. The course condition is excellent!! The view from the course is beautiful and worth going. (Original) とても良いゴルフ場の1つです。 コースコンディションは良好です！！ コースから見れる景色は、とても綺麗で行く価値ありです。

(Translated by Google) I visited for a competition in mid-November. The clubhouse and course were both beautiful. The driving range was like a bird cage, but it was free and unlimited, so it was great for warming up. The course was short overall but quite tricky. The greens were fast but rolled beautifully, making it challenging but fun. Prices were a little on the pricey side. (Original) 11月の中旬にコンペでうかがいました クラブハウス、コース共にキレイでした 練習場が鳥籠ですが無料で打ち放題だったので体を温めるのにすごくよかったです コースは全体的に距離は短めですがなかなかトリッキーでした グリーンは速かったですがキレイに転がってくれたので難しかったですが面白かったです 値段は少々お高め

A must see Kyoto attraction as a tourist. A bit far from the station, which was great for a more quiet, relaxing visiting. There's both paid and free areas, both are beautiful. Definitely worth a visit. Also one of the few temples where there's opportunities for tourists to take their shoes off and walk freely inside. Please be considerate of staff instructions and posted signage.

Amazing zen temple a bit away from main Kyoto attractions. There was not that many tourists there as in most popular temples which contributed to the calm and spiritual vibe. If you can I recommend going for matcha tea room there as it’s so beautiful and relaxing. I absolutely recommend coming there to enjoy cultural side of Kyoto.

A bit of walk to get to. The nearest bus stop is 10 minutes walk, but it takes you through a beautiful part of the city. Interesting aqueduct that's worth checking out. The grounds are very peaceful and the sound of running water is all around you.

The magnificent all-wood main hall is truly impressive. Don’t forget to go up to the second floor, where you can overlook the entire city of Kyoto. This is also one of the best spots for viewing autumn leaves.

The centre of Zen Buddhism in Japan! There is a few important cultural art pieces as well as stone gardens here. Great thing about this temple is they have English translation of the pieces. However, I am sure why they dont just recycle the plastic bags that hold your shoes for you. Seems wasteful to tell visitors to take them back home.

I went on a sunday morning in november, there were a lot of tourist buses and well, alot of people, even then i do recommend walking through the grounds, it is quite beautiful and at least at this time of the year, the trees are turning into their fall colors which makes it exra special. There is a trail to mount damji at the back of the temple grounds, though it is quite challenging so not for the feint of heart.

One of those Kyoto spots that are not as popular among tourists. Definitely worth the visit if you are around the area. 10/10 could have been more beautiful if the momiji was around.

(Translated by Google) Close to Minase Shrine. (Original) 水無瀬神宮に程近い。

(Translated by Google) It does not seem to be a temple that is especially visited for tourist purposes. (Original) とくに観光目的で参拝するお寺では無さそうです。

(Translated by Google) A temple with a history. And a very honest chief priest. That's nice☆ (Original) 歴史のあるお寺。 そしてとても誠実な住職さん。 いいですね☆

(Translated by Google) The temple name marker is new, but the title monument is dated. (Original) 寺号標は新しいが題目碑は年季が入っている。

Visiting this temple will leave you in awe! Walking through the open corridors, soaking up the architecture and the beautiful Japanese landscaping. It’s definitely a memorable peaceful and serene visit. The monks are kind and welcoming.

Peaceful and beautiful temple. It was warm and quiet, with hardly any tourists around which made the experience even more special. The atmosphere felt so calm and Zen, and the garden was absolutely stunning. A true hidden gem. 🌿

This temple is a large area, with a history in its development. It can be quite the hike going there, but once you get there it's all the more worth it. The Goshuin stamp is 300 yen, and there is an admission to see the entire Shrine grounds. Outside, the gardens and graveyard are well maintained by the groundskeeper. Its clean, and serene atmosphere makes it a peaceful visit on a Sunday day. I recommend visiting Koshi-ji if you're ever in the area.

A beautiful Buddhist temple located up a picturesque hill in the north side of Uji river. It is walking distance from Byodoin temple yet it does not get the maddening crowd. So one can have a pleasurable time enjoying the well tended garden inside. A few couples and ladies in kimono were having their photography shoots when we were there. This temple is still in practice and one has to pay an entry fees to check out the interior sanctuary. We were lucky to witness a family clan having a formal tea ceremony ritual, with the tea service delivered to the patriarch first, the matriarch next, then the rest in 3-4s at a time. Very interesting!

Wow! a temple without thousands of tourists. We were the only ones there. The zen gardens were the most beautiful I have seen so far during my brief trip to Japan. I was able to peacefully meditate on and enjoy the various small and delicate features of the gardens, the stone arrangements, the trees, the flowers, the fish. Come here to relax the mind.

This temple seems really underrated, there haven't been many tourists. It was a nice experience with a lot of things to see. Maybe the missing of too many tourists affected the atmosphere, but I really did enjoy the temple.

Charming small temple complex across the river from Byodoin and up a small hill. Peaceful surroundings and lovely gardens away from the bothersome crowds across the river. Listen to the wind blowing through the trees and the birds singing. It’s calming. We didn’t enter the paid area but I see that some visitors have had a guided tour by a monk or a trainee. Definitely a must-see in Uji. The hill leading up gets beautiful red leaves in Autumn.

A must visit location for a bit of self eflection amd tranquillity amongst a beautifully maintained heritage site. Book online prior to coming, there is no entry otherwise on the day. Prepare to copy a written text prior to visiting the gardens, this was a unique experience using a writing desk in a temple. The sutra is a blessed token you can take woth you to remember your experience by. Of course with all the photos you'll no doubt take.

Cathedral like vibe .. from a western visitors point of view! Having gone to the wrong Saiho-ji temple (there are two in Kyoto) … I was obliged to take a taxi or be very late for my 11.30 time slot.. but yes it was 100% worth the 4000¥ entry fee, pre booked in the U.K. and the 4600¥ taxi fare! This is a unique strolling garden of understated beauty & peacefulness. Not perhaps for those wanting to tick off another site on their “seeing Japan in 10days holiday/vacation!” People were quiet, calm, sitting, taking it in with their eyes & photos. Someone in these reveiws said it wasn’t worth coming to .. and gave it one star, but it’s definitely one that will remain in the mind after.

Such a peaceful and tranquil place that reflects the essence of both Buddhism and Zen. The early fall colors contrast beautifully with the moss colors. The garden designed by Musō Soseki is still the source of inspiration for modern landscape designers.

A truly peaceful and unique experience! The visit began with Sutra copying, which was incredibly calming and brought a deep sense of quiet to my mind. Afterward, I took a serene stroll through the moss garden, which was absolutely beautiful and so tranquil. I highly recommend visiting this special place it's unlike any other. Just be sure to book in advance, as number of visitors per day is limited

Most stunning place I have visited in Japan. Especially beautiful in the autumn. There is a limit to the number of guests able to visit per day, so book ahead as it is reservation only. This is great, because means it is one of the lesser crowded places to visit, and therefore feels authentic and easy to enjoy as it is intended.

Incredible, very quiet and zen, they limit arrival times to keep the crowds smaller. Very good traditional centering activity upon entry of the temple before the gardens. The moss and forest felt otherworldly.

You have to buy/reserve tickets beforehand. I believe we got ours a week before. It keeps the crowds at bay so better photos! Earlier times have less people as with most temples in the area. Absolutely beautiful.