護浄院, Buddhist temple in Northern Kyoto, Japan
The Gojo-in temple contains traditional Japanese gardens with stone paths, wooden structures, and meditation areas spread across its grounds.
Founded during the Muromachi period, this temple represents the evolution of Buddhist architecture and practices in medieval Japanese society.
The temple maintains daily Buddhist ceremonies where monks perform rituals, chant sutras, and conduct traditional meditation sessions.
Located 20 minutes from Kyoto Station by bus, the temple welcomes visitors between 9:00 AM and 4:30 PM, with entrance fees of 500 yen.
The temple houses a collection of ancient Buddhist texts written on traditional Japanese washi paper, preserved through centuries.
GPS coordinates: 35.02125,135.76844
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:03
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