Enjoy the Serene Tranquility of a Deep Mountain Temple in Kyoto, Japan: Kurama-dera.

Located in the northern mountains of Kyoto, Kurama Temple is a secluded and serene deep mountain Buddhist temple. The Great Tengu is the symbol of Kurama, and you can see Tengu decorations and a large statue from the station. You can get there directly by taking the Eizan Electric Railway from Demachiyanagi. If you want to visit Kifune Shrine, get off at Kibune-guchi, the station before Kurama, and then take a bus or walk. The Eizan Electric Railway has only two short carriages, and if you're lucky, you can ride in a scenic carriage with seats facing the windows, allowing you to enjoy the mountainous scenery along the way. Kurama Temple is quiet with few visitors, but it really involves climbing a mountain. There are towering sacred trees and various staircases and slopes to ascend, which take at least 30 minutes to walk through. Alternatively, you can choose to pay for a cable car ride up, but you still have to walk a bit to see everything. At the entrance gate, there is a whole row of stone steps and red lanterns, giving the illusion of arriving at Kifune Shrine, and it's even better for taking pictures because there are fewer people. Behind Kurama Temple, there is a trail called the Kinone Path that leads to Kifune Shrine. It takes about 60-90 minutes to walk, allowing you to slowly enjoy the beauty of the forest. However, if you're not physically fit, please be cautious, as it really is a mountain climb!