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Nijo Castle, Kyoto.

Built in 1603 as the official residence of a Shogun. It is a compound of beautiful buildings and many gardens surrounded by stone walls,
thick gates and a moat. The gardens contain many wonderful stones arranged in several styles.
More Nijo Castle photos

Ginkaku-ji, Kyoto.

The Temple of the Silver Pavilion was built by 8 year old Shogun, Yoshimasa. The temple was never covered with silver as intended.
This garden is also know for the mound of white sand called Kogetsudai, or Moon Viewing Dias.
Ginkaku-ji Photos

Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto.

Not to be confused with Ginkaku-ji, this is the Golden Pavilion. Beautiful gardens built around the pavilion set on edge of “Mirror Pond”.
Kinkaku-ji Photos

Suizen-ji Park, Kumamoto City.

A public park in downtown Kumamoto City. Kumamoto En in San Antonio was designed using elements found in this garden and many from
Katsura Detached Palace in Kyoto.
Suizen-ji Park photos

Daisen-in, Kyoto.

Daisen-in was constructed on the grounds of Daitoku-ji Temple Complex. It is well known for its karesansui and much symbolism.
Daisen-in photos

Byodo-in Temple, Kyoto.

The Byodo-in temple main building is almost 1000 years old. Its architecture resembles a phoenix taking flight.
Byodo-in Photos

Heian Jingu Temple, Kyoto.

Heian Jingu temple architecture is impressively detailed and beautiful. The gardens are
divided into four sections surrounding a beautiful lake.
Heian Jingu Temple Photos

Saiho-ji (Koke-dera), Kyoto.

The Moss Temple, Saiho-ji is a green refuge designed by Soseki.
It was the inspiration for Ginkaku-ji..
Koke-dera Photos

Kiyomizu-dera, Kyoto.

"Clear Water Temple". A shrine built on the slope of SOUND OF FEATHERS Mountain. .
Kiyomizu-dera Photos

Shugaku-in Rikyu, Kyoto.

Country villa for the Imperial Family and retirement villa. It has 3 levels, each with its own villa and landscape.
Shugaku-in Rikyu Photos

Koto-in, Kyoto.

Koto-En is famous for its moss and maple landscapes is beautiful in all seasons. Created for the warrior and tea master, Hosokawa, the family shrine is
located here. It is also home for two famous tea houses, the Shoko-ken and Horai.
Koto-in Photos

Zuiho-in, Kyoto.

Another remarkable part of the Daitoku-ji Monastery containing karesansui.
Zuiho-in Photos

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