Japan • Kyoto • Southern Higashiyama

Shorenin Temple

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Founded in the 12th century, this temple features a number of trails winding through picturesque gardens.

青蓮院
Buddhist Temple
in Kyoto

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青蓮院, 京都

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Getting There the easiest way to reach Shorenin Temple

T 10
Higashiyama
Kyoto Tozai Line
5-10 minute walk (600m)
KH 40
Sanjō
Keihan Main Line
10-20 minute walk (1.2km)
HK 86
Hankyu Kyoto-kawaramachi
Hankyu Kyoto Main Line +1 more
10-20 minute walk (1.6km)

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