Kyoto is one of the world’s most celebrated cultural cities, known for its deep historical layers and enduring spiritual traditions. This book presents a carefully curated introduction to Kyoto’s temples and shrines through the lens of renowned Japanese photographers Katsuhiko Mizuno and Hidehiko Mizuno.
The volume features 48 selected temples and shrines, each considered an essential part of understanding Kyoto and Japan as a whole. Alongside full-colour photography, each site is explained with bilingual Japanese–English text, covering its history, architectural characteristics, and founding background.
Rather than serving as a travel guide, the book offers a reflective visual journey into Kyoto’s religious and cultural landscape. It allows readers to appreciate the atmosphere, craftsmanship, and historical significance of these sacred places beyond tourism.
This book is ideal for readers interested in Japanese culture, architecture, and religious heritage. The bilingual format also makes it well suited as a cultural gift or an introduction to Kyoto for an international audience.
Book details
Language: Japanese / English (bilingual)
Format: Softcover
Size: 180 × 148 mm
Pages: 160 pages
Material: Paper
Country of origin: Japan
