Tenryu-ji Temple

天龍寺

UNESCO World Heritage Zen temple in Arashiyama built 1339 by Shogun Ashikaga Takauji to honor Emperor Go-Daigo. Spectacular landscape garden designed by Muso Soseki with "borrowed scenery" of Arashiyama mountains. North gate provides direct access to famous Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.

Visit: 1 hour (add 2-3 hours for full Arashiyama area including Bamboo Grove, Togetsukyo Bridge)

Entrance: 500 yen garden only, 800 yen including temple buildings (Hatto, Hojo)

Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (closes 5:30 PM Oct 21-Mar 20)

Highlights & Must-See Features

Sogenchi landscape garden - borrowed scenery of Arashiyama mountains
Cloud Dragon ceiling painting in Hatto Hall
Direct north gate access to Bamboo Grove
UNESCO World Heritage site
Spectacular cherry blossoms and autumn foliage
Peaceful pond garden with traditional design

📍 How to Get There

Nearest Station

Saga-Arashiyama Station (JR Sagano Line) - 5 minutes walk

Step-by-Step Directions

1 From Kyoto Station: JR Sagano Line to Saga-Arashiyama (15 min, 240 yen)
2 From Shijo-Kawaramachi: Hankyu Line to Arashiyama (30 minutes)
3 From station: 5 minute walk through Arashiyama streets
4 North gate leads directly into famous Bamboo Grove

Location & Maps

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Latitude: 35.015824

Longitude: 135.672882

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Best Time to Visit

Early morning before 9 AM for peaceful garden. Cherry blossoms (late March-early April) and autumn colors (mid-November) peak seasons. Combine with Bamboo Grove and full Arashiyama area.