Nanzen-ji Temple

Located at the end of Philosopher’s Walk, a beautiful pathway surrounded by lush greenery, is Nanzen-ji temple. It is an elegant and solemn temple with ancient buildings, where you can feel the charm of traditional Japanese architecture. 🎫 Entrance to the temple grounds is free but you can buy tickets for individual attractions inside, ranging from 400 to 600 yen each. There is a large aqueduct that passes through the temple grounds. It is part of a canal system constructed to bring water from Lake Biwa to Kyoto. Here there are many archways where, if you find the right timing with no one else around, you can take a really cool photo! 📸 You can even walk up the steps to the top of the aqueduct and walk along it for a few hundred metres. At the end, there is a wonderful view of Kyoto from high up in the hills. It is recommended to visit in spring or autumn time to see the cherry blossoms or maple leaves in full bloom. However, the blossom was gone when I visited, but this temple still left a lasting impression on me 🌸🍁 #japanguide #kyoto #kyototrip #japan #japantrip #mytravelhacks #historicallandmarks #localguides #japan_photo_now

In Kyoto, the red leaf season is divided into particularly bustling places and generally bustling places. Kiyomizu-dera is a particularly bustling place, so it's a must-visit. Even if there are many people, you can still have your own way of enjoying it. Remember every little detail. The donut coffee breakfast shop on the uphill road, the view of Kyoto city from the observation deck, taking photos of the three-story pagoda under the sunlight from various angles, buying all kinds of amulets, queuing for the Three Holy Waters, sitting in the tea room at the exit to have tea and small dumplings, visiting the bustling Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka, checking in at the popular tea shop Yun no Cha, and tasting the eel rice that I love from Kamado. Nanzen-ji is also worth visiting. It seems that I ran into a celebrity at the Hojo Pavilion, which is a common occurrence in Kyoto at this time.

In the bustling city of Kyoto, there is a temple known as 'a quiet place in the city', which is Nanzenji. It is located at the foot of Higashiyama, the head temple of the Rinzai sect Nanzenji school, and is one of the famous temples in Kyoto. The architectural style of Nanzenji is elegant and solemn, giving people a sense of tranquility and peace. Through the temple gate, what comes into view is a lush courtyard and ancient buildings. Here, visitors can feel the charm of traditional Japanese architecture and the profound culture of Zen Buddhism. At Nanzenji, visitors can participate in Zen meditation experiences and feel the unique charm of Zen practice. During meditation, people need to meditate quietly, forget worldly troubles, and pursue inner peace and tranquility. This practice not only can relieve stress, but also can improve people's concentration and self-awareness. In addition, the garden of Nanzenji is also a place where visitors linger. The garden is planted with various flowers and trees, the scenery is beautiful, giving people a feeling of relaxation and joy. Here, visitors can stroll in the garden, enjoy the beautiful scenery, and feel the charm of nature. Nanzenji is also a treasure trove of Japanese culture and art, collecting many precious cultural relics and artworks. Visitors can appreciate ancient Japanese calligraphy, sculpture and crafts here, and understand the development of Japanese culture and art.

Having lived in Kyoto for over three years My favorite is this off-the-beaten-path citywalk artistic route One can spend a whole day here alone Recommended Route Nanzen-ji Temple ➡️ Lake Biwa Canal ➡️ Blue Bottle Coffee ➡️ Heian Shrine ➡️ Kyoto City Kyocera Museum (Kyoto Art Museum) ➡️ Tsutaya Bookstore ➡️ Kyoto Prefectural Library ➡️ The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto ⛩️🎨☕️🎫 Filled with artistic atmosphere, encompassing all traditional cultural assets, highly recommended ————————— 1⃣️ Nanzen-ji Temple Apart from Kiyomizu-dera, this is the temple I recommend the most in Kyoto. It's a bit out of the way, but less crowded, and the photos are incredibly beautiful. The autumn leaves and summer green maple are also gorgeous, it's just a bit bare in winter 2⃣️ Lake Biwa Canal An old canal project, the red bricks are super suitable for taking Taisho-era kimono photos, especially those with lace edges 3⃣️ Blue Bottle Coffee The Blue Bottle Coffee at the entrance of Nanzen-ji is an old internet sensation, with menus in both Japanese and English. The staff speak English well, making for barrier-free communication, perfect for a drink after visiting Nanzen-ji 4⃣️ Heian Shrine Take a photo with the super-sized torii gate ⛩️ + the inner garden is also huge, often used for wedding photos, suitable for spring (cherry blossoms) and winter (plum blossoms) 5⃣️ Kyoto City Kyocera Museum (Kyoto Art Museum) The Kyocera Museum's exhibitions are always beautiful, and the museum building itself is a cultural asset. The interior is all white, making for superb photos, and it also has a Japanese garden, a perfect combination of modern and traditional❗️ 6⃣️ Tsutaya Bookstore With a coffee shop and restaurant, it's a great place to dine when tired 7⃣️ Kyoto Prefectural Library The building is also a cultural asset, with a rich collection of books for those in need 8⃣️ The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto A place people go to see exhibitions, with a new exhibition by Masakazu Kobayashi starting on 1.6, worth checking out if you're there at that time Additionally, Kyoto Yamamoto Leather Craft Store (I love leather goods, the quality is superb) and the Kyoto Museum of Photography are also worth a visit ————————— This route includes art museums, libraries, temples, shrines, coffee shops, restaurants, and almost all the buildings themselves are cultural assets. You'll really regret it if you don't go 🔔 Finally, if you think this post is good, don't forget to like and save

#cherryblossom2024 A tranquil and modest sized temple, its highlights include its nice gardens, and being able to see inside rooms including one on display where monks would sit. It's inexpensive, and quite a calm and peaceful visit. There's also a tea room set on Tatami with a view of a garden and small waterfall if you have time. Different attractions have different opening/closing hours. The admission to central grounds is free, but to attractions payable: Sanmon Gate (600 yen), Hojo (600 yen), Nanzenin (400 yen), Konchi-in Temple (400 yen), Tenjuan Temple (500 yen).