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2 Ginkakuji-cho
Sakyo-ku
6068402 Kyoto
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+81 75 711 5725
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Sakyo-ku
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Ginkakuji, the Silver Pavilion, was constructed as a retreat by shogun Ashikaga Yoshimasa in 1489 after the destruction of much of Kyoto in the Onin Civil War of 1467. Its rather somber feel contrasts with the dazzling Kinkakuji, the Golden Pavilion, on which it was modeled. The story goes that Yoshimasa ran short of funds to coat the building with silver so that it could reflect the moonlight. Now a Zen temple, the elegant grounds contain a tranquil pond, a stone garden with raised cones, again to reflect moonlight, and a moss garden all designed by master gardener, Soami.
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“Waste of money!”
The palace is completely covered and under construction! There are no english warning about this save your money and see one of the other many ...
“Best Temple in Kyoto”
We found this to be the best site in Kyoto. Even though the temple itself was covered for construction the walking path and gardens were absolu...
“alert - pavilion under renovation”
The pavilion is currently under renovations so you don't get to see the full beauty of it. However, the gardens are beautiful and with the Zen ...
“Pat's thoughts”
I visited some 20 + years ago and the images of the beauty and serenity still remain. A glorious place to visit more
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Ginkakuji Road
The Silver Temple is surrounded by dozens of scenic points and interests. The view from the temple looking down the entire city is spectacular...
big differnce from Kinkaku-ji
Before I went to Ginkaku-ji, I though it was silver and shinning like Kinkaku-ji. I was supplised to see how differnces between them. You can e...
Moonbeams on the waves
There are four things about Ginkakuji that make it one of my favorite desintations in Kyoto. First is the wall of camelias that frame the entr...
Even better than Kinkakuji
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Like gardens? Welcome to heaven.
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