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Shōrin-ji Temple

Buddhist temple · Kyoto-shi ·

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The Perfect 7-Day Japan Itinerary (Updated 2025)

"This small 16th-century temple is worth visiting for its meditation classes where you tour the temple and are instructed in zazen, offering a unique experience that adds depth and nuance to seeing many of Kyoto’s other temples—just dress comfortably." - Matthew Kepnes

https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/seven-day-japan-itinerary/

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16th-century Buddhist temple offering meditation classes

zazen meditation

peaceful place

lovely temple

nice gardens

serenity

sweet pastry

tea

english instructions

15 Chome-795 Honmachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0981, Japan Get directions

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16th-century Buddhist temple offering meditation classes

zazen meditation

peaceful place

lovely temple

nice gardens

serenity

sweet pastry

tea

english instructions

15 Chome-795 Honmachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0981, Japan Get directions

Restroom

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