Ken'nin-ji (Kennin-ji) temple
October 4, 2003
Established in 1202 by Priest Eisai, Ken'nin-ji is the oldest Zen temple of Kyoto. After several ups and downs, Ankokuji Ekei restored the ruined temple in 1596. Hojo and Chokushi-mon gate are important cultural properties of Japan.
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| Hatto the lecture hall. |
Dragons on the ceiling of Hatto. |
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| Corridor connecting Hatto and Hojo. |
The front yard of Hojo. On the background is Hatto |
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| The front yard of Hojo. |
Hatto seen through Sanmon. |
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| Sanmon gate. |
Gion-corner building seen from Hatto. |