7 Sights in Miyazu, Japan (with Map and Images)

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Welcome to your journey through the most beautiful sights in Miyazu, Japan! Whether you want to discover the city's historical treasures or experience its modern highlights, you'll find everything your heart desires here. Be inspired by our selection and plan your unforgettable adventure in Miyazu. Dive into the diversity of this fascinating city and discover everything it has to offer.

1. Nariai-ji Temple

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Nariaiji Temple is a temple of the Hashidate Shingon sect located in Narisoji Temple, Miyazu City, Kyoto Prefecture. The name of the mountain is Mt. Nariso. The main Buddha is the Bodhisattva of Saint Kanseon. 33 West Country No. 28 Temple. From the precincts, you can see Amanohashidate, one of the three views of Japan.

Wikipedia: 成相寺 (JA), Website

2. 山王宮日吉神社

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Sannomiya Hiyoshi Shrine is a shrine located in Miyazu City, Kyoto Prefecture. It was considered to be the general god of the soil of Miyazu Town. In the Edo period, the annual "Sanno Festival" was designated as the Miyazu Domain Festival, and feudal warriors also participated in the procession. It is also called the Miyazu Festival. The former company name is Gosha. Locally, they are called "Sanu-san" and "Hiyoshi-san" and are popular.

Wikipedia: 山王宮日吉神社 (JA)

3. 傘松公園

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Kasamatsu Park is a park located in Miyazu City, Kyoto Prefecture. It is operated by Tango Sea and Land Transportation. It is located in the northwest of Amanohashidate and has a good view, and the observatory is one of the tourist attractions. You can climb up from Fuchu at the foot of the hill by cable car (Amanohashidate Steel Cable Railway) or lift.

Wikipedia: 傘松公園 (JA)

4. カトリック宮津教会

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Catholic Miyazu Church is a Catholic Christian church located in Miyamoto, Miyazu City, Kyoto Prefecture. After the integration of the six parishes in the Tango region (former Miyazu Block) in 2016, the official name is "Catholic Tango Church Miyazu Church". It belongs to the Diocese of Kyoto. The Cathedral of St. John of the Church in the church is designated as an important cultural property of Japan under the name of "Miyazu Baptist St. Waka Heavenly Cathedral" on January 19, 2024 (Reiwa 6).

Wikipedia: カトリック宮津教会 (JA)

5. 金引の滝

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Kanabiki Falls is a waterfall located in Takiba, Miyazu City, Kyoto Prefecture. It is about 40 meters high and about 20 meters wide. It is a general term for three waterfalls: Kinhiki Falls (male and female waterfalls), Hakuryu Falls (Hakuryu), and Garyu Falls. It is located in the upper reaches of the Takima River, a tributary of the Ote River. It is the only waterfall in Kyoto Prefecture that has been selected as one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan.

Wikipedia: 金引の滝 (JA)

6. 智源寺

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Chigenji Temple is a temple of the Soto sect in Miyazu City, Kyoto Prefecture. Founded in 1625. The name of the mountain is Songxi Mountain. The main Buddha is the Bodhisattva of Saint Kanseon. Tango Yosa 33 Shrine No. 19. The head of the hall and master is Nobuyoshi Takahashi.

Wikipedia: 智源寺 (JA)

7. Mt. Tsuzumigadake

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Tsutsumigatake is a mountain on the Tango Peninsula in northern Kyoto Prefecture. It spans the cities of Kyotango, Miyazu, and Yosano Town, Yosano District. It has an altitude of 569 meters and is also known as Mt. Nariai.

Wikipedia: 鼓ヶ岳 (JA)

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