This location was the home of the Imperial Family until 1868 when the formal residence was relocated to Tokyo. Free, guided tours are given daily but only to those who have made reservations in advance.
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#13 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
Attraction type: Historic home; Government building; Park
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- Oct 25, 2008 "Absolutely Gorgeous Gardens"
- Jul 30, 2008 "Don't forget your passport"
- Sep 22, 2008 "京都に来たらここも訪れたい"
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#17 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
This temple is home to the most famous Zen rock garden in Japan, which has been in existence since the 15th century.
Attraction type: Garden; Religious site
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- Aug 23, 2005 "Goergeous and Peaceful, but just a bit too crowded"
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#23 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
This Zen Buddhist temple was converted from a former residence of Emperor Kameyama upon his death. The beautiful grounds include several buildings, hiking trails and a classic Zen garden.
Attraction type: Religious site; Garden
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- Oct 26, 2008 "紅葉の時期の南禅寺"
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#25 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
The Daitoku-ji complex of Zen Buddhism consists of 24 temples,including Daisen-in and Ryogen-in.
Attraction type: Religious site; Historic site; Garden
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- Jan 31, 2008 "A sense of Zen"
- Apr 14, 2008 "Regular"
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#27 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
Attraction type: Wildlife park
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- Nov 6, 2008 "Traditional Town with a Plus"
- Jul 18, 2007 "Great family excursion out of Kyoto"
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#31 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
Attraction type: Garden; Religious site
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- Jan 30, 2008 "A beautiful japanese temple garden"
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#35 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
Attraction type: Religious site; Garden
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- Sep 22, 2008 "別名苔寺"
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#40 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
Attraction type: Garden
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- Oct 26, 2008 "銀閣寺に行ったらこちらにも"
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#46 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
Attraction type: Park
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- May 23, 2007 "The Park to visit if your time is limited."
- Sep 25, 2005 "Awesome..."
This Buddhist monument is a park dedicated to people who died in World War II.
Attraction type: Park; Monument
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