Kenninji Temple

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Wonderful temple worth the entrance fee. The impressive dragon ceiling is a massive artwork hanging over one of the halls. Be sure to visit also the smaller exhibitions and the traditional Japanese gardens. Wonderful place.

We were thrilled to discover Kennin-ji during a casual walk from The Celestine Hotel. After purchasing our tickets and stepping inside, we immediately felt immersed in a serene Zen atmosphere. The beautifully designed gardens, particularly adorned with vibrant maple leaves, provided a tranquil and picturesque setting.

One of my fave places in Kyoto - you can sit here and relax after sightseeing. The lovely stone garden is great for a chill in the evening: they close 5pm so drop by around 4pm and enjoy some relaxing time far away from Gion rush and crowds. Entry fee is ¥800 per adult and you have to take off your shoes. This is a but less visited temple, so you nay want to add it to your trip when you feel overwhealmed.

This is the best and oldest Zen temple in Kyoto. Not as busy as other places and the gardens are fantastic as are all the buildings. A great place to relax. Well worth a visit. 800 jpy entry pp.

A true Kyoto treasure. Much more tranquil than the other big name temples around the city. Sitting peacefully overlooking the rock gardens is worth the price of admission alone (800 Yen). The artwork is breathtaking in its scale and detail. I could spend a lifetime walking on the polished wood floors and tatami mats and still want more. The scents of the temple cannot be captured in a picture but will stay with me long after leaving Kyoto. The oldest Zen Buddhist temple in the city and somehow still a hidden gem.