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December 14, 2023

Tofukuji

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The head temple of the Tofukuji School of Rinzai Zen, Tofukuji is a large temple complex with many impressive sites that don't tend to be overrun by tourists.
15-chōme-778 Honmachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0981, Japan
Kyoto
605-0981
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Ryoan-ji

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Famous for its rock garden, Ryoan-ji also has beautiful ponds and gardens.

Sect: Rinzai Zen
13 Ryōanji Goryōnoshitachō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8001, Japan
Kyoto
616-8001
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Ikkyu-ji

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Ikkyu-ji is remote from central Kyoto but quieter, and worth the trip if you're interested in the iconoclastic folk-hero monk that founded it.
102 Takigisatonouchi, Kyotanabe, Kyoto 610-0341, Japan
Kyoto
610-0341
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Otagi Nembutsu-ji

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Otagi Nembutsu-ji is a bit out of the way, but worth the trip for its MANY mossy stone figures.

Sect: Tendai
Otagi Nenbutsuji Temple, 2-5 Sagatoriimoto Fukatanichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8439, Japan
Kyoto
616-8439
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Eikan-do

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Temple with beautiful gardens and a waterfall. This location is also in our post about walking the Path of Philosophy in Kyoto.
48 Eikandōchō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8445, Japan
Kyoto
606-8445
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Konchi-in

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Konchi-in is a sub-temple of Nanzen-ji; visit both at the same time and combine them with a walk on the Philosopher's Path for an enjoyable day. This place is also featured on our Philosopher's Path Plus route page.
86-12 Nanzenji Fukuchichō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8435, Japan
Kyoto
606-8435
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Tenryu-ji

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Tenryu-ji is a UNESCO world heritage site near the Arashimaya Bamboo forest (and more worth visiting).

I have a treasured memory of sitting on the tatami looking out at the lovely gardens during a spring rain.
67 Sagatenryūji Susukinobabachō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8385, Japan
Kyoto
616-8385
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Nanzen-ji

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Nanzen-ji is a large temple with many sub-temples. Be sure to buy a tea ticket and sip some matcha while you view the waterfall. This place is also included in the route we posted of our Philosopher's Path walk.
86 Nanzenji Fukuchichō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8435, Japan
Kyoto
606-8435
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Ginkaku-ji

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While the Golden Pavilion is truly golden, the Silver Pavilion does not appear to live up to its nickname. Its true name is Higashiyama Jisho-ji.

The pavilion is a popular tourist attraction, so expect crowds.

Sect: Rinzai Zen
2 Ginkakujichō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8402, Japan
Kyoto
606-8402
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Kinkaku-ji

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Known as the Golden Pavilion for obvious reasons, its official name is Rokuan-ji.

The pavilion is a popular tourist attraction, so expect crowds.
1 Kinkakujichō, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8361, Japan
Kyoto
603-8361
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44 thoughts on “Buddhist”

  1. I’m not adding this to the main post as it’s not in Washington State…but I’m hoping to get going with my rooftop tent this summer and take a drive down the Pacific Coast Highway…we’ll see. If I do, I may need to take a brief detour to visit this little Hobbit hole that I found in Northern California. It’s tiny at 300 feet…but the toadstool in front is a nice touch 🙂

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  3. Hi! I know some visitors here have been following comment updates on this post. I just realized that logged out users were being challenged by a CAPTCHA that was impossible to capture! That’s been fixed, and the persons responsible have been sacked (not really, because that would mean…me).

    Anyways, comments are working again if you feel like leaving a comment. If I find any more hobbit houses around here, I’ll add another one myself. I am planning a hobbit house visit myself in August, and, if that actually happens (it seems like I’ve had a confluence of events that seem determined to disrupt my plans), I will post an update.

    Thanks!

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  4. It’s too bad we were not able to get this in the article but this Thursday, Friday & Saturday (15th, 16th & 17th) and the following Thursday, Friday & Saturday (22nd, 23rd & 24th) there are free performances of “William Shakespeare’s Long Lost First Play (abridged).” It’s a hilarious performance of young Shakespeare’s first attempt at a very very very long play.

    Tickets are FREE. Show is at the City of Shoreline City Hall. Starts at 7 p.m. Due to content, rated PG-13. Would love to have you.

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    • Sounds great! Not sure I’ll be able to make it to the performance but I could add it to the event calendar when I’m back in town .

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  5. The close-ups are helpful, thanks. But you have only fourteen kings listed here, not fifteen. I think it’s Stephen that you’re missing, after Henry I.

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  7. What a lovely post, Cheryl! Really enjoyed reading about these famous graves, Chief Sealth, in particular. We haven’t been to Seattle in a long time. When we revisit, would love to add these destinations. Glad we found your blog! Will check other posts as well!!
    By the way, fantastic site design!!!

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    • Thank you so much! I love visiting cemeteries — in Europe in particular, where there are much older graves. So you’re from the Bay Area? What cemeteries would you visit there? I just passed through SF this summer, but didn’t stop at any cemeteries in CA except for the one in Ferndale.

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  8. Just a note: I realized after I wrote this that my daughter referred to MrCheckedBaggage in her text, implying that she did NOT go carry-on only. She intended to and Chester did, in fact, fit in the overhead bin just fine, but MrCheckedBaggage, a large suitcase, ended up accompanying them on their trip so she could take things her friend in France needed and also bring things home for her (along with some very nice gifts.)

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    • I had a great time — very cold and rainy when I was there, but I was prepared! And, yes…very busy. I was there over a bank holiday weekend and it seems everyone goes to York to party.

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    • Yeah, I like messing around with video, but I don’t necessarily putting my face and voice on things. I plan to do more video posts in the future…I just may not be in them as much as possible! ?

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  14. Love reading about visitors’ experiences at Stonehenge! Always new things to discover and see this one-of-a kind adventure through other people eyes! Now wish we visited Woodhenge and Old Sarum during our tip to Stonehenge as well!

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