Higashiyama Collection (#2)

Kyoto, Japan at the Kiyomizudera Temple during spring season at night

Kyoto, Japan at Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Kyoto, Japan Cityscape at dusk in the autumn season

Kyoto, Japan urban cityscape with the tower at night

Kyoto, Japan old town skyline in the Higashiyama District in the afternoon

Gion Shirakawa, Kyoto, Japan old town streets in spring

Kyoto, Japan at the historic Shirakawa District during the spring season

Kyoto, Japan in the springtime at Okazaki Canal

Spring foliage in Kyoto, Japan at night

Kyoto, Japan at the Shirakawa River in the Gion District during the spring cherry blossom season

Kyoto, Japan alleyway scene in the Higashiyama district at night during the spring season

Kyoto, Japan at the Shirakawa River during the spring cherry blosson season

Kyoto, Japan at the Higashiyama district in the springtime

Kyoto, Japan skyline at dusk

Kyoto, Japan at the historic Gion District during the spring season

Kyoto, Japan on the Okazaki Canal during the spring cherry blossom season

Sanjusangen-do - a Buddhist temple of the Tendai sect in the Higashiyama district of Kyoto, Japan. The temple was founded in 1164 by Taira no Kiyomori for the cloistered Emperor Go-Shirakawa

Kyoto, Japan - Ginkaku-ji
Ginkaku-ji, officially named Jisho-ji, is a Zen temple in the Sakyo ward of Kyoto, Japan. It is one of the constructions that represent the Higashiyama Culture of Muromachi period. Date: circa 1910s

Sanjusangen-do - Buddhist temple Higashiyama District, Kyoto
Sanjusangen-do - a Buddhist temple in Higashiyama District of Kyoto, Japan. Officially known as " Rengeo-in" (Hall of the Lotus King). Date: circa 1905

Torii at the Toyokuni Shrine, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Toyokuni Shrine - a Shinto shrine located in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan. It was built in 1599 to commemorate Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Date: 1905

Japanese Botanical Gardens - the Greenhouses
Higashiyama Botanical Gardens, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya, Japan. The Greenhouses. Opened in 1937. Date: circa 1937

Yasaka no to pagoda, Higashiyama, eastern hills, sunset, Kyoto, Japan, Asia

Bronze statue of the Buddha in front of a temple, Higashiyama neighbourhood, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Geisha in full traditional dress and haircut sitting on a rickshaw with red blanket and driver standing in foreground, Higashiyama neighbourhood, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Asia

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Higashiyama, a district in Kyoto's old town, is a treasure trove of Japanese culture and tradition. As you wander through its enchanting streets, you'll be captivated by the vibrant colors of carp swimming gracefully in typical Japanese garden ponds. The sound of monks pulling ropes to ring the big bell resonates through the air, creating a serene atmosphere. One of Higashiyama's most iconic landmarks is the Kiyomizu-dera temple. Located in Kyoto prefecture within the Kansai region of Japan, this magnificent temple offers breathtaking views and awe-inspiring architecture. Its towering Yasaka Pagoda stands tall against the sky, serving as a symbol of tranquility and spirituality. As you explore Higashiyama district further, you'll encounter traditional Japanese shops displaying an array of cultural artifacts. From beautiful red umbrellas that add a pop of color to the streetscape to shop displays showcasing intricate traditional Japanese sandals or geta - every corner exudes elegance and charm. The Gion area within Higashiyama district is famous for its geisha culture and historic ambiance. Here, amidst ancient tree roots that seem to embrace centuries-old secrets lies another mesmerizing sight - Kiyomizu-dera Temple's three-storied pagoda standing proudly against nature's backdrop. Passing through the Deva gate at Kiyomizu-dera Temple transports you into a world where time seems suspended; it invites introspection and reflection on life's mysteries. In Higashiyama district, history intertwines with everyday life seamlessly. Whether it be strolling along cobblestone paths lined with charming wooden houses or witnessing locals going about their daily routines wearing traditional attire - this place effortlessly preserves Japan's rich heritage while embracing modernity. Higashiyama truly encapsulates all that makes Kyoto special: picturesque landscapes adorned with colorful carp ponds; temples steeped in spirituality and history.