Nanzenji temple (Kyoto) Dragon ceiling painting

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Nanzenji

TEL :075-771-0365
Address :86 Nanzenji Fukuchicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto
Access :Kyoto Subway Keage Station > 10 minutes walk
Parking :There is a parking lot

Introduction to Nanzenji temple

Nanzenji Temple was founded in 1291. It is the head temple of the Nanzenji branch of the Rinzai sect of Buddhism. The temple grounds contain many valuable buildings, including the Hojo hall (National Treasure) and the Sanmon gate (Important Cultural Property).

The main hall with its impressive dragon painting

My favorite part of Nanzenji Temple is the Hatto (main hall). It was destroyed by fire and rebuilt in 1909, so it is not a particularly old building in Kyoto. However, it is wide and has a heavy feel to it, which makes it very attractive.

Inside the building, the neatly laid tiled floor is beautiful. In the center are enshrined Sakyamuni, Manjusri, and Samantabhadra.

Furthermore, there is an impressive painting of a dragon on the ceiling.

More information

At Nanzenji Temple, zen meditation sessions are held on the second and fourth Sunday mornings of every month. (There are also days when the session is closed.)

In front of the temple is the Nanzen Kaikan where you can stay overnight.

For more information, please see the information below.