Description

The 'dragon' temple of the Rinzai sect has several sub-temples whose gardens are accessible, although the buildings are not. The main buildings were rebuilt in the early 1900s, one of which is reminiscent of Yoshino's Daigoji palace.

Bamboo, maples and pines are other features of the compound. Tenryu-ji is well known for its dry landscaped garden (kare sansui), which dates to 1339 and is representative of the best in Muromachi design, replete with a pond with islands, a stone bridge, and a waterfall--elements of borrowed scenery. The garden's architect is believed to be the icon of the 'rock-placing monks,' Soseki Muso [1275-1351].

Admission: JPY600