Kennin-ji Temple

Kennin-ji: Twin Dragons, Zen Gardens & Kyoto's Best Interior Art

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Walk through the oldest Zen temple in Kyoto to find the massive Twin Dragons mural on the ceiling—it’s the main event. Spend an hour sitting on the wooden veranda of the Hojo building overlooking the raked gravel gardens; it’s way less chaotic than Kinkaku-ji. Skip the surrounding crowded Gion streets and pay the entry fee just for the quiet. If you’re doing a private walking tour, make sure this is your primary indoor stop.

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Private Kyoto Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems, Personalised
Private Kyoto Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems, Personalised
4.9(1571)
Price: from $98.8
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
5.0(182)
Price: from $98
Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
4.9(1433)
Price: from $150.26
Private Kyoto Tour with Licensed Guide & Vehicle (Max 15 persons)
Private Kyoto Tour with Licensed Guide & Vehicle (Max 15 persons)
4.9(428)
Price: from $474.18
Kyoto: Meet the Geisha Maiko with Gion Walking Tour
Kyoto: Meet the Geisha Maiko with Gion Walking Tour
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Price: from $105.5
Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options
Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options
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Price: from $117.01
Kyoto 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Kyoto 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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Price: from $105.5
Kyoto Ramen Bowl Painting and Michelin Cooking Class
Kyoto Ramen Bowl Painting and Michelin Cooking Class
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Price: from $76.73
Kyoto Ramen Spoon Painting & Michelin Cooking Class
Kyoto Ramen Spoon Painting & Michelin Cooking Class
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Price: from $63.94
Gion Night Walking Tour
Gion Night Walking Tour
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Price: from $31.97

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