The article and photos by Fumiko Koike
Contents:
1. Introduction of Daisen-in Temple
2. Tour Information
3. Message
1. Introduction of Daisen-in Temple
Zen Buddhism itself was originally founded in the 6th century AD in China, by an Indian man.
Later, it was officially imported to Japan in the 12th century and flourished in a Japanese way.
Daitokuji Temple is one of the largest Zen temples in Kyoto as it has over 20 sub-temples within its temple grounds.
Daisen-in Temple is one of them and has 16th-century exquisite Zen gardens. They are extremely clean and meticulously maintained, expressing the philosophy of Zen.
Photography is forbidden within Daisen-in temple’s precinct - that is why I do not have any photos of the gardens to show in this article. (I can show you only the photos of some structures of Daitokuji temple)
Therefore, it is especially worth seeing the gardens with your own eyes.
2. Tour Information
To read the tour information in details, please go to the following pages:
日本語でツアー詳細をご覧になりたい方は、下記のボタンより該当ページをご覧ください。
3. Message
If you are looking for guided tours to visit Daisen-in Temple or/and other places in Kyoto, you are most welcome to contact Kyoto MANSAI Tours!
The article and photos by Fumiko Koike