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Eikando and Nanzenji: Kyoto Temples in Autumn Rainy Day | Japan Travel VLOG 2024 🇯🇵

by Choo Choo Ciao

📚 Main Topics

永觀堂 (Zenrin-ji)
- Officially known as 禪林寺 (Zenrin Temple).
- Established in 853 AD, converted from an old villa.
- Renowned as a top destination for autumn foliage viewing in Kyoto.
- Features traditional Japanese corridors and courtyards leading to the main hall, 御影堂 (Mikyo Hall).
- The ambiance is enhanced by misty rain, adding a poetic touch.
南禪寺 (Nanzen-ji)
- Founded in 1291 by Emperor Kameyama.
- One of the earliest Zen temples built at the request of the imperial family.
- Notable structures include the 法堂 (Hatto) and the 水路閣 (Suirakaku), a waterway bridge completed in 1890 during the Meiji era.
- Features the 三門 (Sanmon), one of Kyoto's three great gates, standing 22 meters tall and rebuilt in 1628, also known as "Heavenly Dragon Gate."
- The unique atmosphere is characterized by green moss and blue maple leaves, complemented by gentle rain.

✨ Takeaways

Both 永觀堂 and 南禪寺 are significant cultural and historical sites in Kyoto, attracting visitors for their beauty and serene environments.
The architectural styles and natural settings of these temples provide a deep connection to Japanese culture and spirituality.

🧠 Lessons

Visiting historical sites like 永觀堂 and 南禪寺 offers insights into Japan's rich heritage and the importance of nature in traditional Japanese aesthetics.
The experience of these locations is enhanced by seasonal changes, particularly during autumn, making them ideal for nature lovers and photographers.

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Transcript excerpt

2:00 我們來到了京都的熱門景點「永觀堂」「永觀堂」正式名稱為「禪林寺」於853年從一舊莊園別墅改建爲寺院「永觀堂」是京都首屈一指的秋季紅葉賞楓勝地

2:52 諸堂之間的日式迴廊庭院

4:13 通往大殿「御影堂」的長廊烟雨朦朧更添幾份詩意

6:03 臥龍廊

6:42 下一個景點「南禪寺」於1291年由龜山天皇創建是日本最早由皇室發願建造的禪宗寺院法堂

7:43 水路閣於明治時代的1890年竣工是琵琶湖疏水用的水道橋

8:25 迎面而來的是京都三大門之一的「三門」高22公尺，重建於1628年也被稱為「天下龍門」

9:29 青楓綠苔搭配瀟瀟細雨給「南禪寺」帶來獨特的意境別忘了點贊、訂閱喲！

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