Bamboo Groves // Arashiyama

Cinematic path along the famous Sagano bamboo forest

I still recall the first time I saw this place – in a picture gleaned from the Internet. It was then, that I made a mental note that it will be one of those must-visit places if I ever set … Continue reading 

Tenryu-ji Zen Temple // Sogenchi Garden

Arashiyama in the background. Koi pond in the foreground.

Located in the Arashiyama (嵐山) district in Kyoto, Japan, Tenryu-ji Zen Temple (天龍寺 or “Temple of the Celestial Dragon”) with its beautiful landscape garden, Sogenchi Garden, is a must-go before heading to the nearby famous bamboo groves. A UNESCO World … Continue reading