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Although this part of Kyoto is primarily a residential area, there are several superb temples here for visitors to visit and enjoy. Daitoku-ji Temple The Daitoku-ji Temple belongs to the Rinzai school of Zen Buddhism and contains 24 subtemples, out of which eight are open to the public. The temple is the place to visit if one wishes to learn and understand more on Zen culture. The Sanmon Gate in this temple contains an image of the famous tea master, Sen-no-Rikyu. Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
Ryoan-ji Temple Like the Daitoku-ji Temple, the Ryoan-ji Temple also belongs to the Rinzai school of Zen. Founded in 1450, this temple is known for its rock and sands garden and is a perfect example of the dry-landscaped-style garden, which was developed during the 14th to 16th centuries for Zen temples. The garden has a unique composition marked by 15 stones arranged conspicuously in a flat space strewn with white sand. To reach the temple, take bus No.59 from Sanjo Keihan station or bus No.52 from Kyoto station. Koryu-ji Temple The Koryu-ji Temple was founded in 622, making it one of the oldest temples in Japan. It was established to honour Prince Shotoku who was an ardent advocator for Buddhism. The temple is noted for the Miroku Bosatsu, a beautiful wooden image with a peaceful smile. Indeed, it is an extraordinarily expressive statue. Take bus No.11 from Sanjo Keihan station and alight at the Ukyo-ku Sogo-chosha-mae stop to reach the temple. Hozu River Trip This is a great way to enjoy the beauty of Kyoto's western mountains without having to tire oneself. The river will wind through forested mountain canyons before arriving at its destination, Arashiyama. The ride lasts for two hours (16km), and covers the area between Kameoka and Arashiyama through a safe scenic ride. The boats will depart from a dock near Kameoka station. The latter is reachable by rail on the JR Sagano line from Kyoto station or Ni-jo station.
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Built
originally as a retirement mountain villa for Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu,
the Kinkaku-ji Temple is one of Japan's most well-known sights. Upon the
Shogun's death, Yoshimitsu's son converted it into a temple. However,
in 1950, a young monk burned the temple because of his obsession with
it. A full exact reconstruction was done in 1955, but the gold foil covering
was only extended to the lower floors. Take bus No. 205 from Kyoto station
and alight at Kinkaku-ji-michi stop to reach the temple.