saihoji-kokedera.com/en/top.html Located in western Kyoto, Saihoji Temple is a temple of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism. The temple, being covered in moss, is also known as a Koke-Dera or Moss Temple.

Kokedera - Moss Temple, Kyoto

7522 views on Imgur: The magic of the Internet

Ryōgonzan Renge-in Myōhō-ji (楞厳山蓮華院妙法寺?) is a Buddhist temple of the Nichiren sect in Kamakura, Kanagawa, Japan.[1] It is one of a group of three built near the site in Matsubagayatsu (Valley of Pine Needles (松葉ヶ谷?)[2] where Nichiren, founder of the Buddhist sect that bears his name, is supposed to have had his hut. The temple has also close ties with Prince Morinaga and the Imperial House. Kamakura is known for having been in the 13th century the cradle of Nichiren Buddhism. Founder…

One of Kyoto's hidden gems is the Kokedera Temple. The temple and its ground are covered in moss and only accessible upon invitation. Save this pin to find out how to get in this temple, leave all tourists behind and truly immerge yourself in an authentic experience in Kyoto, Japan! #kokedera #hiddengem #kyoto #temple #japan #travel #tip

One of Kyoto’s best kept secrets is the moss temple of Saiho-ji. More than 120 kinds of moss blankets the temples grounds like a beautiful green carpet. Even getting access to Saiho-ji required going through a special process. First, permisson must be granted in writing by posting a post-card to the temple and specifying the preferred date of visit. The temple then replies through mail with an allocated time. On the day of the visit, each visitor must partake in a Zen ceremony, which…

Kokedera - Moss Temple, Kyoto

saihoji-kokedera.com/en/top.html Located in western Kyoto, Saihoji Temple is a temple of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism. The temple, being covered in moss, is also known as a Koke-Dera or Moss Temple.

saihoji-kokedera.com/en/top.html Located in western Kyoto, Saihoji Temple is a temple of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism. The temple, being covered in moss, is also known as a Koke-Dera or Moss Temple.