The Zen Sanctuary in Kyoto: Exploring the Zen Hall of Tofuku-ji Temple

Tofuku-ji Temple is a renowned Zen temple representing Kyoto. The Zen hall standing on its grounds is the oldest and largest existing Zen hall construction from the medieval Zen sect temple, designated as a national important cultural property. Here, one can fully enjoy a winter trip in Kyoto while touching the world of Zen.

Embraced by Silence

The spacious, solemn atmosphere that envelops the Zen hall gives a sense of time standing still in the quietness. This air of reverence is fitting for the practice of Zen meditation.

Winter in Kyoto and the Special Viewing

While normally inaccessible, the Zen hall is open to the public once a year during the