Jan 26, 2014 - 1 min read

Shinnyo-do Temple, Kyoto - 2

Temple on a hill: A perfect place to relax and meditate

By Larry Knipfing

Community writer

One of the unique statues on the temple grounds

Some old gravestones, inside the temple cemetery

Bordering the temple cemetery

Statue of Buddha

The temple buildings are connected by a covered wooden walkway

A place to pray

Bottom of a bell rope

The three-story pagoda

The temple's Main Hall

When it rains, water comes down off the roof, through this, and into a cistern

One of the temple's two unique gardens

Side entrance to one of the temple buildings

Main Hall and pagoda

Shinnyo-do, located in the Higashi-yama section of Kyoto, is a lovely, secluded temple that is quiet and serene. Because it is just a little bit of the beaten path, it's not very crowded most of the year. But watch out during the autumn season when people flock here to see the colorful foliage. It is also famous for its two unique gardens. Sit, stare out at them, and meditate to your heart's content. Part 1 Part 2

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