Shōren-in Monzeki - Kyoto

Name: Shōren-in Monzeki - Kyoto
Address: 69-1 Awadaguchi Sanjobocho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0035, Japan, 605-0035, Japan

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京都市東山区粟田口に位置する天台宗の門跡寺院、青蓮院門跡。拝観案内、夜間拝観の他、飛地境内「将軍塚」、国宝「青不動尊」の紹介等。

Contact Shōren-in Monzeki

住所：	69-1 Awadaguchi Sanjobocho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0035, Japan
電話：	📞 +87
Postal code :	605-0035
Webサイト：	http://www.shorenin.com/
カテゴリ：	観光の名所 , Buddhist temple ,
Description :	Serene temple with historic shrines & a bamboo grove, plus a teahouse hosting seasonal ceremonies.

69-1 Awadaguchi Sanjobocho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0035, Japan

Best Buddhist temple in japan

g	gradhito on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This temple was pretty calming and peaceful, I was able to relax on the tatami in the house looking ahead to the beautiful garden. That was a very serene moment with a nice scenery. To enter the complex, costs 500 yen.
N	Nikki Roda on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Wonderful garden with a few delightful spots to linger and enjoy the view. If you can, see if you can go on a rainy/cloudy day... It might decrease the crowds and the view is even enhanced by the rain
M	Mari Higuchi on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ One of my favorite temples in Kyoto. The garden is beautiful, especially in autumn season. Their hallways and balconies are very traditional and feels good to be wandering around the spacious temple. Serene and quiet place to find your voice inside your head. Their Koi fish are beaut. Go in the morning with fresh air and to avoid crowds ;)
M	Miki Matsubara on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I visited here on 06 Apr 2019 when cherry blossoms were in full bloom. From 18:00, they have special night opening and illumination during this Sakura season. I entered at 18:00, it was still not dark so I could enjoy inside of the temples and garden. The garden is huge and has variety of spots to see. Sakura trees, pond, carps, teahouse, bamboo forest and a small shrine on the hill. Walking along, I felt like I was wandering in a different world. In one hour, it got dark enough to enjoy night illumination. I was fully satisfied to see this place both under sunlight and in darkness.
R	Ria M on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Floors were freezing cold so wear thick socks
H	Harvey Li on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ They light up Shoren-in at night. It's really cool and fun to take photos of. Definitely a different way to enjoy the numerous temples and shrines in Kyoto. Highly recommend to go to one of the night light exhibits.
S	Samuele Perucconi on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Shoren-in temple is one of the five Monzeki temples of the Tendai sect in Kyoto; the head priests at these temples originally belonged to the imperial family. The atmosphere at the temple is solemn and peaceful, similar to the ambiance of the Imperial Palace; this kind of an environment can only be found at Shoren-in temple. I really recommend visiting it, it's really relaxing and peaceful.
S	Shingo Sae-Lim on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (Trip was made back then on 1 Dec 2019, 2 years before the Covid-19 Pandemic hit) Shorenin Temple is a Tendai sect of Japanese Buddhism and is one of 5 monzeki(Japanese Buddhist priests of imperial lineage) temples in Kyoto city. It was first constructed as a residence for Emperor Toba’s son to study Buddhism under Enryakuji-Jo’s head priest. The son eventually became the head priest of the temple, starting the tradition of a member of the imperial family serving as abbot of Shoren-in. Seeing how overcrowded Kyoto is with tourists, I’’m surprised and thankful that Shorenin has been able to stay relatively hidden. Otherwise, it would have ruined the peace and serenity of the place. The highlight for me was the Kadochan drawing room, with it’s own unique features, overlooks a beautiful garden where visitors could admire while sitting on tatami mats. The garden itself is quite big and there’s even a bamboo forest simulating the Arashiyama feeling. Shorenin temple may be one of the lesser known attractions in Kyoto, but during autumn season, it’s known for it’s night illumination event where Shinden garden is illuminated with blue light, transforming it into a otherworldly mystical realm. Numerous blue light orbs glow and dim against the darkness, portraying an almost magical feeling. It was definitely one of the most memorable highlights during our stay in Kyoto 2 years ago and would love to revisit the next chance I get.