We make our way to the quiet and serene Arashiyama region to visit Tenryuji (天é¾å¯º) the next morning. Tenryuji literally means “Temple of Heavenly Dragon” and is often deemed as one of the greatest Zen temples in Kyoto. The story goes about a priest who interpreted that the deceased Emperor was not resting in peace… Continue reading Kyoto Temple Shrine Hopping – Tenryuji
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Kyoto Temple Shrine Hopping – Chion In
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