What other travelers are saying about Gio-ji Temple
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
Visited this beautiful temple during the fall and the red leaves stole the show. The nature surrounding the temple is so beautiful and the colors so vivid that you cannot just stare speechless at all these amazing views.
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.
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.
