Zuihō-in

What it is

• A sub-temple of the Daitoku-ji complex belonging to the Rinzai Zen school.
• Founded in 1535 by the warlord Otomo Yoshishige.
• The temple enshrines Kannon Bosatsu as its main deity.
• The grounds contain the graves of the founder and his wife.

What to see

• The main hall, front gate, and Karamon gate are designated Important Cultural Properties.
• The Dokuzatei and Kanmintei dry landscape gardens designed by Mirei Shigemori in 1961.
• The Kanmintei garden features stones arranged in the shape of a cross.
• A plaque hanging on the main hall written by Emperor Go-Nara.
• A replica of the historic Taian tea house located on the grounds.

When to go

• The temple is open to visitors daily from 9:00 to 17:00.

Getting there

• Visitors can reach the temple by taking a bus from Kyoto Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.