Kyoto: Serene Stroll Through Eikando’s Timeless Temple Paths
What sets this tour apart is the depth of calm it offers in a world that rarely slows down. Rather than rushing from landmark to landmark, this guided walk invites you to move mindfully through one of Kyoto’s most serene and spiritual spaces—Eikando Temple. You'll encounter the rare “Looking-Back Amida,” stroll through covered wooden corridors that seem to dissolve into nature, and ascend the peaceful Garyuro path to a hidden pagoda with breathtaking city views.
Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this experience weaves together cultural insight, architectural beauty, and natural harmony. It’s not just a temple visit—it’s a quiet journey of reflection, perfect for those who seek meaning behind the beauty.
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Kyoto: Serene Stroll Through Eikando’s Timeless Temple Paths
What's included in Kyoto: Serene Stroll Through Eikando’s Timeless Temple Paths
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Eikando Zenrinji Temple
Tucked into the forested hills of eastern Kyoto, Eikando is a temple where nature, architecture, and spirit flow together in quiet harmony. At its heart stands the "Looking-Back Amida," a rare and graceful Buddha statue that gently reminds visitors of compassion and mindfulness. Wander through moss-lined walkways and wooden corridors that follow the land’s natural slope, passing tranquil ponds fed by spring water and shaded gardens that shift with the seasons. Climb the meditative Garyuro corridor to reach the mountaintop pagoda, where sweeping views of Kyoto await. Eikando offers not spectacle, but serenity—inviting you to walk slowly, see deeply, and feel connected to the sacred rhythm of place and self.
Inclusions
- View of Mikaeri Amida statue
- guide
- Walk through wooden halls and covered walkways
- Access to temple gardens
- Visit to Eikando Temple
- Journey through Garyuro Corridor
- View from Taho-to Pagoda
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meet in front of the main gate (Somon) of Eikando Temple. Your guide will be waiting for you, holding a yellow sign that says "DeepExperience." Please refer to the map for the exact location.
