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Tennei-ji, Buddhist temple in Kita-ku, Japan.

The wooden temple buildings of Tennei-ji feature ornate architectural details and are surrounded by gardens designed for meditation and reflection.

Tennei-ji was established in 1600 during the early Edo period, marking the beginning of Buddhist practices at this location in Kyoto.

The temple continues the tradition of Zen meditation sessions, maintaining its role as a center for Buddhist spiritual practices and learning.

Visitors can reach Tennei-ji by taking a 15-minute walk from the nearest train station, with the temple grounds open daily from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

The temple houses 500 rakan statues, where visitors search for faces resembling their deceased loved ones among the carved stone figures.

Location: Kita-ku

Inception: 16 century

GPS coordinates: 35.03747,135.76358

Latest update: March 6, 2025 11:59

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