Daisen-in
大仙院
Daisen-in is a historic Zen sub-temple in Kyoto, famed for its National Treasure main hall and gardens.
What it is
- A sub-temple of Daitoku-ji in Kyoto.
- Founded in 1509 by Kogaku Soko.
- Main hall built in 1513 as Kogaku Soko's retirement residence.
What to see
- Main hall is a National Treasure.
- Japan's oldest 'tokonoma' is in the main hall.
- Japan's oldest entrance.
- Daito Kokushi Bokuseki is a National Treasure.
- Several paintings are Important Cultural Properties.
- Shoin 'Shiun-ken' is representative Muromachi period architecture.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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