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Kyoto Bamboo Forest in Kodai-ji - Quieter, Less Crowded, Hidden Gem

7 Things to Do at Kodai-ji // Kyoto’s Quiet Bamboo Forest

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Step into Kodai-ji Temple, Kyoto’s quieter alternative to Arashiyama’s bamboo forest, just 10 minutes from Kiyomizu-dera and Gion. Walk through the bamboo grove, less crowded and deeply atmospheric, where the only sound is rustling leaves and creaking stalks. Explore 7 things to do, including Zen gardens, historic teahouses, Kaizando Hall, and subtemple Entoku-in.

Nanzenji Temple Autumn - Tenjuan Garden Maple Leaves Rock Path

7 Things to Do at Nanzen-ji // Kyoto’s Roman-Style Aqueduct Temple

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Steeped in history and culture, Nanzenji Temple 南禅寺 is one of the 5 great Zen temples in Kyoto and occupies a huge piece of land. It offers many attractions that will enchant travelers: a rare Roman-style aqueduct, the largest temple gate in Japan, Zen rock gardens, and stunning autumn colors.