Temple · Imadegawa
Shokoku-ji 相国寺
Large Zen head temple north of Kyoto Gyoen, with a dragon ceiling painting.
About
The Hatto hall has a dragon painting by Kano Mitsunobu that echoes when you clap. Special openings show the halls in spring and autumn.
Highlights
- "Crying dragon" ceiling
- Spacious Zen grounds
Tips
- Halls open at special seasons
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