Kyoto

Kodoji in Kyoto

Beautiful old temple on Teramachi Street

Cathy Cawood Nov 12, 2014 - 1 min read

<p>Since it was autumn, magnificent potted chrysanthemums graced the temple steps</p>

<p>Main hall of Gyoganji framed by the gate</p>

<p>Pilgrim stickers on the wooden roof beams of the gate</p>

<p>A pine leans toward the area with the water basin</p>

<p>It is customary to cleanse your hands by pouring water from the scoop over each of them</p>

<p>A guard dog sits on top of the insence burner</p>

<p>Wide wooden steps ascend to the main hall</p>

<p>Kyoto City street outside the gate</p>

Located on Teramachi Street, about five minutes walk from Oike Street, Kodoji was originally part of a temple complex called Gyouganji, and is called by either name. It is the 19th temple of the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, and is run by nuns. Although not large, it is a beautiful place with a peaceful atmosphere. If you walk along Teramachi Street you can also enjoy seeing the quaint antique stores, book shops and restaurants in that area.

Cathy Cawood @cathy.cawood

I came to Japan in 2003 to teach English. I lived in Shiga prefecture for 1 year, and it still holds a special place in my heart. I lived in Kyoto for 9 years, then moved to Machida, Tokyo in 2014 after meeting my Japanese partner. I love to take photos, and my Japan in Pictures Facebook page ha...