Japan in 10 Days: Explore Western Kyoto
Day 7: Tenryuji Temple | Arashiyama Bamboo Forrest | Sagano | Arashiyama Early morning traditional breakfast at the hotel trying to beat the crowds at the Tenryuji Temple. Breakfast! Took a taxi to Tenryuji Temple. About 30 minutes away from Sanjo area. Tenryunji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the head temple of Zen Buddhism. The temple was founded by Ashikaga Takauji in 1339 to venerate Gautama Buddha. Tenryunji Temple grounds Dharma Hall of Tenryunji Zen Temple A rare picture thanks to a good Samaritan Meditation Hall Main Hall Inside the Drawing Hall (Shoin) is a Bodhidharma painting. Bodhidarma was an Indian monk who passed the teachings of Zen to China. Sogen Garden is said to be one of the best examples of shakkei (borrowed scenery) in Japan: the steep mountains of Arashiyama are perfectly incorporated into the design of the garden. There is a restaurant “Shigetsu” located within the temple and is...