A Zen temple on the Higashiyama walk between Kiyomizu and Gion, known for its rock garden, bamboo grove, and seasonal evening light-ups in spring and autumn. Usually quieter than the headliner temples on the same walking route.
Typetemple, garden, zen
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Natural stop between Kiyomizu-dera and Yasaka Shrine.
Seasonal evening light-ups transform it — check the calendar if you're in town in spring or autumn.