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Overview Ryoanji is a Zen temple dating back to the Muromachi period and is part of the World Heritage Site "Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto." Known both domestically and internationally for its dry landscape garden, consisting of 15 rocks arranged on white sand, the beauty of the empty space changes depending on the viewpoint. The hojo (abbot's chamber), moss garden, and the tranquility of the temple grounds are also highlights, revealing different faces with each season...

Overview Known for Togetsukyo Bridge and the Bamboo Forest Path, Arashiyama is a tourist destination where Kyoto's nature and history blend together. Enjoy beautiful scenery throughout the seasons, strolling around temples and riverside areas, and exploring restaurants. Highlights: Bamboo Forest Path: A tranquil walking path and photo spot; Togetsukyo Bridge and Hozugawa River: Stunning riverside views; Tenryuji Temple...

Overview Ginkakuji (also known as Jisho-ji) is a Zen temple built by Ashikaga Yoshimasa, the eighth shogun of the Muromachi shogunate, and a famous site of Higashiyama culture. Though not adorned with silver leaf, it is known for its simple architecture that evokes a sense of wabi-sabi, its well-maintained gardens, and its stunning design, including the Kogetsudai and Ginsandan. Highlights: Kannon Hall (Ginkakuji) and its simple...

Kinkaku-ji Temple (officially known as Rokuon-ji Temple) is one of Kyoto's most iconic World Heritage Sites, famous for the spectacle of its gold-leaf-covered Shariden Hall reflected in the Kyoko Pond. Built by Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, this temple is a symbol of "Japanese beauty" for tourists, and its changing appearance with each season makes it a popular destination for visitors from overseas.