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Place to VisitRyōanji Goryōnoshitachō, Kyoto
Ryōan-ji
Location
13 Ryōanji Goryōnoshitachō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8001, JapanRyōanji Goryōnoshitachō, Kyoto
About
Ryōan-ji is a historic 15th-century Zen temple in Kyoto, world-renowned for its enigmatic karesansui (dry landscape) rock garden. Visitors come to contemplate the 15 mysteriously arranged boulders set in raked white gravel, designed so that at least one is always hidden from view. Beyond the rock garden, you can expect tranquil temple grounds, a beautiful moss garden, and a scenic pond.
Insider Tip
Arrive right at 8:00 AM opening to sit on the wooden veranda in silence before the tour buses and crowds disrupt the Zen atmosphere.
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