Society & Culture:Places & Travel
Tofukuji is one of the five great Zen temples of Kyoto and is one of the city’s most popular temples for tourists. Join Jason and Paul as they explore this historic site and discuss the many things to see and do there!
Topics Covered:
History: Chan Buddhism — Five Mountain System — Meiji Restoration
Main Gate (Sanmon)
Main Hall (Hondo)
Priest’s Living Quarters (Hojo): Mirei Shigemori — Gardens
Tsutenkyo Bridge
Founder’s Hall (Kaisando)
Other Buildings: Former latrine (Tosu) — Meditation Hall (Zendo) — Sub-temples (Funda-In)
How to get there: JR Nara Line — Keihan Main Line — Tofukuji Official Website
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