Tenryu-ji Temple

Tenryu-ji Temple is the headline attraction in Arashiyama, a sprawling Zen temple with one of the finest gardens in Kyoto and wonderful mountain views.

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Right off the main drag in Arashiyama, a few steps from the main bus stop (Tenryuji-mae) and the Keifuku Line’s Arashiyama Station, Tenryu-ji Temple is the logical first stop for any exploration of Arashiyama. You start by exploring the main hall and observing the famed garden and pond from inside the hall, then you put your shoes back on and explore the garden on foot.

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You can’t help but notice that this is one of the best examples of shakkei (borrowed scenery) in Japan: the steep mountains of Arashiyama form are perfectly incorporated into the design of the garden.

Make your way slowly uphill and away from the main hall and then exit the garden/temple by the north gate. A quick left from here will bring you right into the heart of Arashiyama’s famous Bamboo Grove.

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English address: 68 Susukinobaba-cho, Saga Tenryu-ji, Ukyo-ku

Japanese address: 右京区嵯峨天龍寺芒ノ馬場町68

Opening hours:
8:30am-5:00pm (last entry 4:50pm)

Admission:
Admission to grounds: free

Hojo garden: ¥500
Adults, college and high school students: ¥500
Junior high and elementary school students: ¥300
Cloud-Dragon Painting in the Hatto (Dharma Hall) and garden: above admission fees plus ¥500 

The Dharma Hall is open on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only, and during specially designated periods during the spring and autumn.

Non-smoking area: Yes

Nearest Transport:
1-min walk from Arashiyama Station, Keifuku dentetsu, Arashiyama line
13-min walk from Saga Arashiyama Station, JR Sagano line
15-min walk from Arashiyama Station, Henkyu railway

Telephone: 881-1235

Website: Official website (English)

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