Daitoku-Ji

Unclaimed

Several temples and zen gardens to visit (including Zuiho-in founded by a Christian Daimyo, reflected by the placement of stones in the garden). Very few people - off the beaten path and peaceful.

Great experience! A nice quiet impressive place for zen contemplation. The dry landscape garden is incredible too. A great choice for those who like to avoid tourist floods.

This place gave much needed serenity after battling the crowds at the other tourist spots. You pay to get into the few open temples but it was so calm and peaceful, so zen. One of my fave visits.

Beautiful and serene temple in Kyoto, you also can join Zazen Meditation session in the weekend evening at 16.30-17.30 and it only ¥1000 (incl tea ceremony after zazen)