Giōji temple (祇王寺) is a smaller temple. I'm glad I decided to walk further to come to this temple - very quaint and pretty, famous for its moss garden. Very 世外桃源 (out of this world) feel.
Very calm, tranquil and lovely. My personal favorite temple gardens so far - although I appreciate simple & natural gardens so this was just right for me
I arrived at 4:10p — they close at 4:30 — and they said I could stay until 4:50p. I thought this was helpful. I liked having the gardens almost entirely to myself other than the gardener. This however is not the norm, I imagine.
It was very quiet and up against the bamboo forest so the sounds here are peaceful. Absolutely worth a visit. Close to Ogura Pond and right next to the preserved street
Small, but breathtaking temple in Arashiyama. Their moss garden is the best I have seen and the temple is right next to a bamboo grove. The place feels enchanted, it is a must visit place if you are in Arashiyama.
Small but stunning. On a sunny day, the array of rich greens are out of this world. Soft mossy carpet looks fantastic against the bark and sharp leafy canopy above. It's out of the way so there's no sound - so serene, beautiful to amble through slowly with only your calm thoughts and the sounds of nature
One of the most unique Temples I’ve visited. It’s quite small, so manage your expectations. Despite its size, it’s an absolute must-visit. There’s barely any crowd, the moss landscape is mesmerizing, and there’s a small exhibit of the types of moss that they use. You can also take a rest inside the main building which has a traditional Japanese layout.
