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Ryōan-ji

Buddhist temple · Kyoto-shi ·

Ryōan-ji

Buddhist temple · Kyoto-shi ·
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The Perfect 7-Day Japan Itinerary (Updated 2025)

"My favorite temple in Kyoto, Ryoan-ji was established in 1450 and converted into a Zen temple; it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a famed rock-and-sand garden considered one of the best in the country, a mausoleum housing seven emperors’ remains, and a teahouse where you can experience a traditional tea ceremony overlooking the Kyoyochi reflecting pool." - Matthew Kepnes

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Famous Zen rock garden, UNESCO site, tranquil surrounding gardens

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contemplation
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calm atmosphere
japanese aesthetics
meditation
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13 Ryoanji Goryonoshitacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8001, Japan Get directions

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Famous Zen rock garden, UNESCO site, tranquil surrounding gardens

rock garden
zen garden
peaceful
contemplation
unesco world heritage site
calm atmosphere
japanese aesthetics
meditation
Google Rating
4.5 (10.7K)
Yelp Rating
4.6
Featured in Conde Nast Traveler
Featured in
Featured in Afar
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13 Ryoanji Goryonoshitacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8001, Japan Get directions

Restroom
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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