Ryōan-ji

Buddhist temple · Kyoto-shi

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"My favorite Kyoto temple, Ryoan-ji began as a samurai residence in 1450 and became a Zen temple; its celebrated rock-and-sand garden, UNESCO status, and teahouse overlooking the Kyoyochi pool (where you can experience chanoyu) make it especially memorable." - Matthew Kepnes

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13 Ryoanji Goryonoshitacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8001, Japan Get directions

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