** Hokoji Temple 方広寺 This temple belongs to Tendai Sect of Buddhism. It was originally built to store Daibutsu Statue ( Gigantic Stature of Buddha ) to which Toyotomi Hideyoshi made his wishes. The temple has the 2nd biggest temple bell in Kyoto after the one in Chion-in. If you take a close look at the fine detaiols on the bell it has a lot of letters curved on its surface. ( Trans-word+ TGM Kyoto Guide )

Huge beautiful bell. Small place not really worth going out of your way for but a definitely visit if you're nearby. We stayed only a block away and visited a few times in our week here. Nice peaceful place.

One of the three gigantic bells in Japan. Historically important as it is a start of the demise of Toyotomi family.

Really nice and "small" temple. Has a less tourist tone so it is really nice.

This Temple is a must-see!

(Translated by Google) Hokoji Temple in Higashiyama, Kyoto was founded by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. It is said that during the Momoyama period, it had a very splendid temple and was very lively. Today, the bell tower that served as the starting point for the Battle of Osaka still retains the mighty virtues of that time. The large temple bell is engraved with the inscription ``National security and welfare, Lord and vassal Horaku,'' which Tokugawa Ieyasu had a hard time with. I'm grateful to be able to see up close what started a historical event. It was never placed on the ground during the Edo period, but it was revived in the Meiji period. If you visit it together with the neighboring Toyokuni Shrine, you can get a feel for the prosperity and fall of the Toyotomi era. (Original) 京都東山にある方広寺は豊臣秀吉によって開基された。桃山時代はとても立派な伽藍を擁し賑を見せたそうだ。今は大阪大阪の陣のきっかけとなった鐘楼がその当時の威徳を忍ばせる。大きな梵鐘には徳川家康が難癖をつけた国家安康、君臣豊楽の銘が刻まれている。歴史的事件の発端となるものを身近に見れるのがありがたい。江戸期は地面に置かれなる事は無かったが明治に入り復活した。隣の豊国神社とセットで見学すると豊臣時代の栄華と滅亡を肌に感じる事ができる。

(Translated by Google) This bell was made by the Tokugawa clan to weaken the power of Toyotomi. It's a pretty big place that's worth seeing and has a lot of history. There is also Toyokuni Shrine related to Toyotomi next door, so let's visit it together. (Original) 徳川が豊臣の勢力を弱らせるために作らせた鐘です。かなり大きく見応えと歴史を感じる場所です。隣に豊臣にまつわる豊国神社もあるのでセットでお参りしましょう。

Hidden gem in Kyoto which is not overrun by tourists! Savour the unique beautiful atmosphere of Japanese shrines here, rather than at the tourist attractions! This shrine was formerly a place where women prayed for the safe return of their husbands from battle and now it takes care of all wishes related to women, from save childbirth or falling pregnant to finding happiness in marriage or women’s health.

Small jinja in the crowded district of Kyoto. There are many talismans and happy cards in which you can fill in your name and they will pray your wish in the morning.

This is a hidden beautiful Shrine in Kyoto!

Nice walk up and down 4more

If you're visiting ... expect to spend a few hours wandering... photo ops galore... the best nature pics ever...

This is good shrine to women for her child.

Loved it. Beautiful place. A good location for souvenir shopping.

Small shrine tucked away on a busy street. Interesting history!

The name suggests that it is something where flowers of all sorts are blooming throughout the year. But it's actually a public garden with dedicated space and names to a variety of flowers Good that the entry is free. And various recreational zones and walking space made the flowers look too small actually!

Very good park especially with kids, wide area and nice view . Free park and entrance good for relaxation 😉 5 stars

This is a wonderful park, tons of cherry trees good for cherry blossom viewing in the spring, a children's playground, a large open grassy area where activities like badminton seem to be encouraged (there are actually rackets and birdies left out for visitors to use). There is also a wonderful walking path and so many different varieties of flowers. I would love to go back.

Lovely place! Have restroom Vending machine Free Parking lot Restaurant And Is wheelchair accessible

This is really nice park with vending machines & clean restrooms.

There are various events in the tower building that you can enjoy all year round. In addition, you can see a 360-degree view from the green rooftop.

Super cool place to be with your kids. Full of different flowers . It was quite hot but in glass house it was cool. With lots of parking 🅿️.

best place for a family picnic

Worth a short visit, though all exhibits are in Japanese only.

After visiting Inuyama castle 犬山城， we had been there. It shows the development of Inuyama city. The model of featival was impressive.

Inuyama city historical museum. There are historical exhibits and miniature model of the old town.

(Translated by Google) Items related to Inuyama Castle and the battles of Komaki and Nagakute are on display. It may be a good idea to go there to gain some knowledge before going to Inuyama Castle. (Original) 犬山城に関する物と小牧・長久手の戦いに関するものが展示されています。 可もなく不可もなく犬山城に行く前に知識をつけるために行くのは良いかも知れません。

(Translated by Google) It is located right along the Inagi Highway that extends south from Inuyama Castle. Opening hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (last admission until 4:30 p.m.), closed from December 29th to 31st. Admission fee: 300 yen for adults (free for junior high school students and under), 240 yen for groups (30 people or more) However, you can also enter both the Castle and Town Museum and the IMASEN Inuyama Karakuri Museum. Inuyama Castle Town Tour Ticket: National Treasure Inuyama Castle + Inuyama City Cultural Museum (Castle and Town Museum/IMASEN Inuyama Karakuri Museum) + Donden Museum Set price: 760 yen (190 yen discount from regular price). You can learn about the history of Inuyama, and there are dioramas of the castle and castle town on display. (Original) 犬山城から南に延びる稲置街道沿いのすぐの場所にあります。開館時間は午前9時から午後5時 （最終入館は午後4時30分まで）、休館日12月29日から31日。観覧料は大人300円（中学生以下無料）団体240円（30名以上） ですが、城とまちミュージアム・IMASEN犬山からくりミュージアム両館にも入館できます。 犬山城下町周遊券　国宝犬山城+犬山市文化史料館（城とまちミュージアム・IMASEN犬山からくりミュージアム）＋どんでん館 セット料金　760円（通常料金から190円割引）です。犬山の歴史を知ることができ、城並びに城下町のジオラマが飾られています。

(Translated by Google) ☆Common ticket with "IMASEN Inuyama Karakuri Museum" is 300 yen, Inuyama Castle entrance ticket set is 760 yen (Inuyama Castle alone is 550 yen), so you save 90 yen 👛 An elaborate model that includes the situation of Inuyama Castle territory and the castle town, and you can clearly see that part of the current Inuyama Castle area is part of it.The Nishi Goten and Sankoji Goten have a plaza and large parking lot, and the Otemon, Sannomon, and Nakamon gates. I'm fantasizing that it would be nice if I could restore the middle gate under the road. There is a board explaining the history of the Naruse family, the lords of the Inuyama domain, and the battles around Inuyama during the Battle of Komaki-Nagakute, so you can learn a lot. (Original) ☆「IMASEN犬山からくりミュージアム」と共通券300円、犬山城入城券セットだと760円(犬山城単独550円)なので90円少しお得👛 犬山城縄張の状況や城下町まで含めた精巧な模型、現在の犬山城域が一部なのが良く分かります、西御殿と三光寺御殿は広場と大駐車に、大手門・三ノ門・中門も道の下、中門とか復元出来たら良いのにと妄想😁 犬山藩主成瀬家の歴史、小牧長久手の戦いの際の犬山周辺の合戦の様子など説明板あり中々勉強に成ります🤔

(Translated by Google) The diorama that recreates the castle town of the Edo period is worth seeing. The admission fee is 300 yen, and you can enter both the Castle and Town Museum and the IMASEN Inuyama Karakuri Museum. Restrooms were only available at the castle and town museum. *It seemed like they were accepting people just to use the restroom, but in that case, we were told to ask the receptionist. A private parking lot was also available. (Original) 江戸時代の城下町を再現したジオラマは一見の価値ありです。 観覧料は300円で、城とまちミュージアム・IMASEN犬山からくりミュージアム両館に入館できます。 トイレは、城とまちミュージアムにのみありました。 ※トイレ利用だけでも受け入れているようでしたが、その場合は受付に声掛けしてくださいとの事でした。 専用の駐車場も完備されていました。

桜の時期でとてもきれいです🙆

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Visited with family

(Translated by Google) The restaurant in Sweet Pia is where my mother often goes out to eat with my grandmother. This time, I accompanied myself and visited during lunch time. It's still crowded at lunchtime, and there's a drink bar, so many people stay for a long time, but I guess that just means it's easy to use. After eating, I climbed up to the observation deck for the first time in a while. Although the weather wasn't that great, the view was good enough to see the mountains in the distance and the buildings of Nagoya, so I enjoyed it♪ The Doll's Festival is just around the corner, so the first floor and the observation room were full of Hina dolls. (Original) 母が祖母と食事に出掛ける際によく利用している、すいとぴあのレストラン。今回は自分も同行させてもらってランチタイムに訪れました。 相変わらずランチタイムは混んでてドリンクバーもある関係で長居する人も多いけど、まぁそれだけ利用しやすいところだということかと。 食事の後は、久々に展望室まで登りました。 そこまで好天気だったわけではないけれど、遠方の山々や名古屋のビル群も見渡せるぐらいには眺望も良く、満喫しました♪ ひな祭りがもうすぐなので、１階フロアも展望室内も お雛様だらけでしたw

(Translated by Google) I used the health room on the 4th floor. 600 yen was a good deal for using the public bath and health room. We also had a great experience seeing the observation deck for just 950 yen. I walked for about 30 minutes using a walking machine. It was great to be able to see Inuyama Castle in the distance while looking at the Kiso River. Today, the outside temperature was in the single digits and it was windy and cold, so it was a good idea to use this facility instead of walking along the promenade along the Kiso River. The coin locker was the type where you put 100 yen in and get it back. Then I warmed up in the public bath on the 5th floor. I enjoyed the view from the bath, which was very nice. The only way to get to the observation deck is to go down to the first floor and take another elevator to the right of the reception desk. You can enjoy the 360 ​​degree view from the observation deck and relax while sitting on a chair. I could see the Kiso River in front of me, Mt. Ibuki, Gifu Castle, Inuyama Castle, the Central Alps, and the skyscrapers in front of Nagoya Station. I'm glad I had a great experience. (Original) 4階のヘルスルームを利用しました。 大浴場とヘルスルーム利用で600円はお得でした。さらに展望台を見ても全部で950円で楽しめ、良い経験ができました。 ウォーキングできる機械で30分ほど歩きました。木曽川を見ながら遠くには犬山城も見えて、とても良かった。 今日は外気温が1桁で風もあり寒かったので、木曽川沿いの遊歩道を歩くより、この施設を利用して正解だった。 コインロッカーは100円を入れて戻ってくるタイプでした。 それから5階の大浴場で体を温めました。お風呂からも景色を楽しみ、とても良かった。 展望台に行くには一階に降りて、受付右側の別のエレベーターでしか行けません。 展望台からは360度の景色が楽しめ、イスに座ってゆっくりしました。 木曽川が目の前に見えて、伊吹山、岐阜城、犬山城、中央アルプス、名古屋駅前の高層ビルが見えました。 とても良い経験ができて来て良かったです。

(Translated by Google) I had a cutlet set meal. It was voluminous, freshly fried, and very delicious. Well worth going for the meal. At night, I looked at the stars through a telescope. I think it's great that they are so understanding and willing to turn down the lights at that time. It seems that the designated manager will change, but I would like the good parts to continue. (Original) カツの定食を頂きました。ボリュームがあり揚げたてでとても美味しかったです。食事のために行く価値は十分あります。 夜は望遠鏡で星を見ました。その際に照明を落としてくれるなど理解があるのが素晴らしいと思います。指定管理者が変わるようですが、良い部分は続けて欲しいところです。