# Japan Kyoto Temple Guide — Discover shrines and temples

> Kyoto shrine and temple guide with seasonal and transit filters. (iPhone/iPad app by 株式会社Smartソフト.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japan-kyoto-temple-guide/id1662276528 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [株式会社Smartソフト](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577078111)
- Category: Travel, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 18 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Chinese
- Released: 2023-03-01
- Data updated: 2026-07-21
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japan-kyoto-temple-guide/id1662276528/reviews.md

## What is Japan Kyoto Temple Guide?

I am an indie developer living in Kyoto. I love the traditional cultures so I walked to 123 temples and shrines, took pictures myself, and developed this app for you to explore the culture here.

#Features 
- List shrines by season such as "cherry blossoms," "green leaves," "autumn leaves," etc., and by tags such as "garden," "popular," etc.
- View shrines by train line (or by station)
- Apply filters for seasons and train lines at the same time (e.g., shrines with beautiful autumn leaves along Keihan lines)
- Receive a digital stamp when you visit a shrine
- View popularity, images and videos of each shrine
- View parking lot information and driving route overviews
- View public transportation information
- View panoramic view of shrine entrances
- Search for shrines using the system search on the home screen

## Key features

- List shrines by season and tags
- Filter by train line and season
- Digital stamp collection
- View popularity, images, and videos
- Parking and driving route info
- Public transportation details
- Panoramic shrine entrance views

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| プレミアム機能を有効化する | $0.49 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japan-kyoto-temple-guide/id1662276528/reviews.md

### 4/5 — English options?

*2024-10-09*

This would be a five star app if I could get it in English. Help! lol.

## Frequently asked questions about Japan Kyoto Temple Guide

### What is the Japan Kyoto Temple Guide?

The Japan Kyoto Temple Guide is a travel app designed to help users discover and explore shrines and temples in Kyoto. It provides detailed information, seasonal listings, and navigation assistance.

### How does Japan Kyoto Temple Guide help me find temples?

You can find temples by season (like cherry blossoms or autumn leaves), by tags (such as 'garden' or 'popular'), or by train line and station. You can also combine filters for specific searches.

### Does Japan Kyoto Temple Guide offer offline access?

The provided data does not specify offline access capabilities for the Japan Kyoto Temple Guide. It is recommended to check the app store listing for details on offline functionality.

### What kind of information is available for each shrine?

For each shrine, you can view its popularity, images, videos, parking lot information, driving route overviews, public transportation details, and panoramic views of entrances.

### Can I collect anything with the Japan Kyoto Temple Guide?

Yes, the app allows you to receive a digital stamp when you visit a shrine, adding an interactive element to your exploration.

### Is the Japan Kyoto Temple Guide suitable for families?

The Japan Kyoto Temple Guide has an age rating of 4+, making it generally suitable for families. It provides educational and cultural content for younger users.

### How often is the Japan Kyoto Temple Guide updated?

The latest version of the Japan Kyoto Temple Guide was released on 2024-08-05, indicating recent updates. The app has been updated to version 2.0.

### What devices support the Japan Kyoto Temple Guide?

The Japan Kyoto Temple Guide is available for iPhone and iPad, as indicated by the supported devices list.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.0 — 2024-08-05

I have driven my car, ridden my bicycle, and walking among the mountains of Kyoto, seeking for the truth and new locations to be added to this app. Although I have not find any magical creatures along the way, I have added the following new locations. I hope this app can help you explore the culture of Kyoto better!

- Now you can check-in with the photo you took with your phone and receive a digital stamp
- Added にゃんにゃん寺　（猫猫寺）
- Added 大石神社 which has beautiful cherry flowers
- Added 大原野神社
- Added 三鈷寺 SANKOJI
- Added 西山 善峯寺
- Added more pictures for 清水寺 at night
- Added pictures for 高山寺
- Added 西明寺
- Added more pictures for 神護寺
- Added more pictures for 平岡八幡宮

### 1.5 — 2023-03-05

- Changed the app icon to Kyoto Inari
- Revised the article section - articles now open in system browser
- Added feature to open a list using universal link

### 1.3 — 2023-03-01

- Added new locations
- Added the articles tab
- Improved UI design

### 1.2 — 2023-02-21

No release notes.

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