After visiting Kiyomizu dera, we slowly make our way to Chion In temple (知æ©é™¢). Upon reaching, the first awesome sight we notice is the massive front gate, also known as the Sanmon (山門). In fact, Chion in temple’s Sanmon is the largest wooden gate in Japan. Being the headquarters to one of the influential Buddhist… Continue reading Kyoto Temple Shrine Hopping – Chion In