Tenryu-ji（天龍寺）
Discover an UNESCO World Heritage Temple in Kyoto Tenryū-ji is one of Kyoto’s most important Zen temples. It sits in the scenic Arashiyama district, surrounded by natural beauty. Shogun Ashikaga Takauji founded the temple in 1339 to honor Gautama Buddha. Musō Soseki, a respected Zen master, became its first head priest. Construction finished in 1345. […]
Rokuo-in （鹿王院庭園）
A Hidden Maple-Colored Gem in Arashiyama Tucked near the quiet base of the Arashiyama hills in western Kyoto, Rokuō-in offers a peaceful break from the city’s busy tourist spots. Founded in 1380 during the Muromachi period, this Rinzai Zen temple invites visitors to slow down and take in its natural beauty. Unlike larger temples, Rokuō-in […]