No matter where you go in Japan, influence of Buddhism is widely seen. However, it is not possible for you to visit all the corners of the country in a single Buddhist tour. Hence, this section gives you an exact idea as to where you should go in order to make the most of your trip.

The first of these destinations which you must visit to understand Buddhism in Japan is Kyoto, a city which houses around 2000 Buddhist temples and monasteries. Names of quiet a few amongst these temples are The Ginkakuji Temple, Nanzenji Temple, Sanjusangen-do/ Rengyoin Temple, The Enryakuji Temple, The Daitoku-ji Temple, The Koryuji Temple and the The Byodoin Temple.

The second destination, Nara, was the first permanent capital of Japan and a place from where Buddhism spread to the rest of the country. Some of the Buddhist temples in this city also found themselves a place in the world heritage site list. Todaiji Temple, Shoso-in Hall, Kofukuji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Gangoji Temple, Horyuji Temple and Yakushuji Temple are the names of few temples of Nara that till date manage to attract attention in large numbers..

The section gives you further details on these two Buddhist destination. Their location, importance in Buddhism and brief description of each individual Buddhist attractions there will not only make it convenient for you to take a trip there, but also make you understand why your trip was so important.

So, go through the section and plan your Buddhist trip to the country as soon as possible.