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Tenryu-ji Temple

This Zen temple was once ranked first among Kyoto's Five Mountains, and it is also designated as a World Heritage Site. There are many things to see in the precincts, including Sogenchi Teien (Sogen Pond Garden) and Unryuzu (Cloud-Dragon Painting).

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A Travel Guide to Tenryu-ji: Feel Zen in a Serene Setting

Among Kyoto’s many sightseeing spots, Tenryu-ji is one of the most popular. Its signature works, the Unryu-zu (Cloud Dragon Painting) and Daruma-zu (Daruma Painting), are images most Japanese people have seen at least once. To help you fully enjoy Tenryu-ji, we’ll introduce the history and highlights you’ll want to know. With a bit of background as well as must-see spots, you’re sure to appreciate Tenryu-ji even more.

Arashiyama, Sagano, Nishiyama

Shrines & Temples

Ryoanji Temple

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A Zen temple is listed as a world heritage site famous for its dry landscape garden "Stone Garden '' of 15 stones. The strolling garden, which retains the remnants of the Heian period, is a spectacular sight known as a famous spot for autumn leaves.

Arashiyama, Sagano, Nishiyama

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Ninna-ji Temple

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This is the first temple in Japan where the imperial family has served as the head priest for many generations since its establishment by Emperor Uda. Highlights include the Kondo (a national treasure), which is a relocated palace from the Imperial Palace, and the Goten, which was the Imperial family's private rooms, and other valuable remains of palace architecture.