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Saihōji (Kokedera) Temple

Buddhist temple · Kyoto-shi ·

Saihōji (Kokedera) Temple

Buddhist temple · Kyoto-shi ·
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"A tranquil, garden-rich temple famed for its moss-covered grounds and requiring advance reservations to visit, offering a contemplative experience often likened to walking through a living Studio Ghibli scene." - Anne Olivia Bauso Anne Olivia Bauso Anne Olivia Bauso is a travel writer and hotel expert based in New York City. She has written hundreds of hotel reviews, from 5-star Ritz-Carlton properties to treehouse eco-resorts in the jungle. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Zen temple famed for moss garden, requiring advance reservations, offering contemplation

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tranquil
unesco world heritage site
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beautiful garden
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56 Matsuojingatanicho, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto, 615-8286, Japan Get directions

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Zen temple famed for moss garden, requiring advance reservations, offering contemplation

sutra copying
tranquil
unesco world heritage site
zen buddhist temple
calming experience
beautiful garden
unique experience
mindful visit
Google Rating
4.5 (1.8K)
Featured in Afar
Featured in
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56 Matsuojingatanicho, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto, 615-8286, Japan Get directions

Restroom
Saihōji (Kokedera) Temple by null
Saihōji (Kokedera) Temple by Photo by John Lander/age fotostock
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