Tennoji Seven Slopes
Seven slopes on the western edge of the Uemachi Plateau, lined with temples and stone paving.
Tennoji Seven SlopesPlaceholder image
From north to south: Shingonzaka, Genshojizaka, Kuchinawazaka, Aizenzaka, Kiyomizuzaka, Tenjinzaka and Ausaka. Temples and shrines sit at the top and bottom of each slope — a surprisingly quiet corner of the city.
History & legend
- Fact
Kuchinawazaka appears in the short story “Ki no Miyako” by writer Oda Sakunosuke.
- Tradition / theory
Kuchinawazaka is said to be named for its shape, which resembles a snake (kuchinawa).
Local tips
- Expect slopes and stone steps — wear comfortable shoes.
Nearby & related
- Ikukunitama ShrinePlaceholder imageHistory
Ikukunitama Shrine
Affectionately called “Ikutama-san,” a shrine with ancient origins.
- Oe ShrinePlaceholder imageHistory
Oe Shrine
A hilltop shrine in Yuhigaoka guarded by tigers instead of the usual lion-dogs.
- Kiyomizu-dera (Tennoji)Placeholder imageHistory
Kiyomizu-dera (Tennoji)
A temple on the Uemachi Plateau with a wooden stage modeled on Kyoto's Kiyomizu-dera.
Stay nearby
Areas to stay with easy access to this spot.