Shisen-dō Temple
詩仙堂
Shisen-dō Temple is a historic Zen temple with a beautiful garden designed by a scholar.
What it is
- Sōtō Zen temple, formerly a mountain villa.
- Founded by Ishikawa Jōzan, a scholar and poet.
- Dedicated to Marōfu Kannon.
- Designated as a National Historic Site.
What to see
- Ōtotsuka is the central building.
- Hyakkaen garden was designed by Jōzan.
- Garden features a sōzu (shishi-odoshi) devised by Jōzan.
When to go
- May for azaleas in the garden.
- November for autumn leaves in the garden.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
京都府京都市左京区一乗寺門口町27 Open in Google Maps
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