Gioji Temple
Shiga Prefecture · Japan
Gioji is even more nestled into the forest than Jojakkoji and Nisonin. It is known for its moss garden that is punctuated with tall maple trees. The temple's entrance gate and small main hall have thatched roofs. The latter has an attractive round window looking into the gardens.
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1Orientation
Welcome to Gioji, one of Arashiyama’s most profoundly quiet and poetic temples. While thousands flock to the nearby bamboo forest, Gioji remains a 'hidden' sanctuary, often flying under the radar of the average tourist. …
앱에서 듣기2The Moss Garden: An Emerald Tapestry
The moss garden of Gioji is widely considered one of the most stunning in Kyoto, particularly during the summer rainy season when the humidity nourishes the beds into a vibrant, lush state. This is not a formal Zen garden of…
앱에서 듣기3The Thatched-Roof Main Hall
The center of the temple is a single, modest building with a traditional thatched roof. This structure is the 'Kusa-an' or grass hut, reflecting the humble lifestyle of the nuns who once lived here. …
앱에서 듣기4Yama-mado: The Rainbow Window
One of the most celebrated architectural features within the main hall is the 'Yama-mado' or Mountain Window. This is a large, circular window that looks out onto the garden, but it is famous for a unique optical phenomenon. …
앱에서 듣기5The Path of Renunciation: Saga Torimoto
Gioji is located just off the Saga Torimoto Preserved Street, one of the most gorgeous local streets in Kyoto. Walking this street is like stepping back into the Edo period, with its traditional houses and quiet, residential…
앱에서 듣기6Adashino Nenbutsu-ji: The Stone Memorials
Only a short walk from Gioji lies Adashino Nenbutsu-ji, a temple that serves as a sobering counterpart to Gioji’s lush beauty. Founded over 1,200 years ago, it is a site dedicated to those who died alone and without family. …
앱에서 듣기7The Fallen Camellias and Maple Canopy
In the spring, Gioji is famous for its fallen camellias, which rest on the green moss like drops of red ink on an emerald scroll. This specific aesthetic—the contrast between the vibrant, temporary flower and the enduring, soft…
앱에서 듣기8Closing
As we depart the moss-covered gates of Gioji, I hope you have felt the 'solemn yet special' atmosphere that makes this place so enduring. Gioji is a testament to the power of sanctuary—a place where the tragedies of the past have…
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| 위치 | Shiga Prefecture · Japan |
|---|---|
| 종류 | 유적 |
| 이야기 구간 | 8 |
| 글 언어 | 영어 |
| 좌표 | 35.0941, 136.0368 |
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