自転車で大徳寺へDaitokuji Temple is a functioning Zen temple complex in northern Kyoto. It is a large compound with 24 sub-temples. The small sub-temples Daisen-in (pictured at right) and Koto-in are especially beautiful.
Daitokuji was established in 1319 by Shuho Myocho.
During the Onin War, parts of the temple were destroyed by fire. It was later rebuilt with money from merchants in south Osaka. The abbot responsible for organizing the rebuilding process was named Ikkyu (1394-1481).
The Sanmon (Two-Story Main Gate) was built in 1589, and then repeatedly built by the tea ceremony master Sen-no-Rikyu (1522-1591).
It is possible to ride within the compound itself, though the paths are bumpy if elegant stones.
Daitokuji is close to Kitayama, the Kamo River, and the Shokokuji Temple Area Route.
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Daitokuji
Daitokuji-cho, Murasakino, Kita-ku
Tel: 075 491 0019
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