This beautiful home belonged to members of the Katsura family, one of the Imperial families of Japan. The home displays some very traditional Japanese architecture and landscape design.

This enormous central station in Kyoto displays some non-traditional architecture for the region. Rail trains, subway trains and buses all converge on the lower levels, while many shops, restaurants, business offices and a hotel inhabit the 15 plus stories of the high-rise building.

Created as an imperial summer retreat, the garden complex is a fine example of Japanese landscape design.

Founded in 622, the temple houses impressive Buddhist statues, possibly from the 6th or 7th century.

This temple complex includes several buildings and an expansive Japanese garden. One of the oldest structures in Kyoto is a five-story pagoda that can be found on the temple grounds.

This location was the home of the Imperial Family until 1868 when the formal residence was relocated to Tokyo. Free, guided tours are given daily but only to those who have made reservations in advance.