Kennin-ji （建仁寺）
Kyoto’s Oldest Zen Temple and Its Symbolic Gardens Kennin-ji, founded in 1202, stands as Kyoto’s oldest Zen temple. Located in the Gion district, this temple is not only historically significant but also a key spiritual site in Kyoto. It ranks among the Five Great Zen Temples (Gozan system), which formed the foundation of Zen Buddhism […]
Konchi-in（金地院 南禅寺）
Kyoto’s Zen Garden Framed Like a Painting Konchi-in（金地院）is a sub-temple of the larger Nanzen-ji temple complex in Kyoto. Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimochi founded the temple in the early 15th century. Later, in 1605, the temple was relocated from northern Kyoto to its current location within Nanzen-ji. Not long after, between 1611 and 1632, the garden was […]
Kosei-in（廣誠院）
A Hidden Zen Gem with Serene Garden Views in Kyoto Tucked away in central Kyoto, Kōsei-in is a small but refined Zen temple of the Rinzai school. While it doesn’t attract large crowds, it offers an authentic and contemplative temple experience. Its quiet presence and elegant design make it a perfect stop for those looking […]