Shinnyo-do Temple, Kyoto - 1

A beautiful secluded temple with gardens...in B&W

Larry Knipfing Jan 26, 2014 - 1 min read

<p>Enjoying one of the temple's gardens</p>

<p>Looking out on the other temple garden</p>

<p>Viewing the garden from tatami room</p>

Shinnyo-do was founded in 984. It is a lovely, secluded temple that is quiet and serene, but in autumn when the foliage is in full color, it becomes very crowded. The temple buildings are constructed of beautiful old wood, and they are connected by a covered wooden walkway. There is also an old graveyard, some nice statuary, a three-story pagoda, and two interesting gardens where you can sit and meditate. I also found the temple to be perfect for B&W photos. Part 1 Part 2

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Larry Knipfing @larry.knipfing

Born on Long Island, New York in 1958, I have spent the last 30 years of my life living in Japan, and enjoying every minute of it! I especially love photography, and Japan is definitely one of the most beautiful places in the world to photograph! My other love is fiction writing and I have pub...