Mount Hiei, Enryaku-ji Temple and Cable Car

Enryaku-ji Temple on Mount Hiei is the head temple of the Tendai sect and a UNESCO World Heritage site with a 1,200-year history. The vast temple grounds, which span three pagodas—the Eastern Pagoda, Western Pagoda, and Yokogawa—contain so many sights of interest that it's impossible to see them all in a single day. Sakamoto Cable is Japan's longest cable car, offering a grand panorama of Lake Biwa through its windows. From the mountaintop, a spectacular view unfolds where you can see both the Kyoto cityscape and Lake Biwa, providing a refreshing and peaceful experience.