Swing by a small temple from Philosopher's path

 Philosopher's path is famous among tourists. Most of them usually walk from Nanzenji to Ginkakuji or vice versa.

But just a couple of minutes away from there, there is a quiet place.

Honen-in temple.

It was made by the founder of Pureland school, Honen.

The temple was named after him. He started the temple as a place for chanting and training.

But two disciples who came here following Honen triggered  the Emperor's anger and the founder, Honen, was exiled to Shikoku island.

Later in 17th century, it was re-founded

In front of the gate, there is a stone pillar saying " Don't bring meat, odor, and alcohol, because they inhibits from training"

When you enter, you will see these sand mounds, which show water. You will proceed between the waters. That means you will be purified by the water.

The design of the mounds is changed every 4 or 5 days.

By the way, do you know philosopher's path?

It is a walking path with 400 cherry trees along. It was named so because the philosophers used to walk along this path.

In the nice season, it is good to walk.

Honen-in,

From Ginkakuji, please walk along Philosopher's path and turn right a little bit. ( 10 min walk)

The hall is not  opened to the public but you can enter the precinct.