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Philosopher's path

A 2-km walkway leading from Ginkakuji Temple to Kumano-Nyokuouji Shrine.

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A walking path leading from Ginkakuji Temple, one of the most popular sightseeing spots in Japan, to Kumano Nyakuouji Shrine.
It is a 2-km path along the canal near Kyoto University, and was named "Philosopher's Path" after Kitaro Nishida, a philosopher and professor at Kyoto University in the early 20th century, who walked this path every morning in meditative thinking.
In 1987, it was selected as one of the 100 best roads in Japan.

The scenery is also impressive in each of the four seasons, such as hydrangeas in early summer and colored leaves in autumn.
In early to mid-April, approximately 400 cherry trees, including Someiyoshino, Oshima cherry, Yaezakura, and Shidarezakura, bloom along the canal.
It is one of the most famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto. When the cherry trees are in full bloom, a beautiful tunnel of cherry blossoms is formed, attracting visitors.

Highlights

  • This is a 2-km walking path that runs from Ginkakuji Temple to Kumano-Nyokuouji Shrine.
  • In 1987, it was selected as one of the 100 Best Roads in Japan.
  • It is also known as a cherry blossom viewing spot where cherry trees bloom along the canal in early to mid-April every year.

Photos

  • A path that continues for about 2 km along the canal

    A path that continues for about 2 km along the canal

  • Beautiful tunnel of cherry blossoms

    Beautiful tunnel of cherry blossoms

  • Autumn foliage is another highlight.

    Autumn foliage is another highlight.

Reviews

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  • 夏婉欣

    這兒在春天時,步行道旁有滿開的櫻花哦秋天的時侯,有美麗的紅葉。喜歡賞花的我~每年都會來這哦

Details

Name in Japanese
哲学の道
Postal Code
606-8404
Address
Jodojishimominamidacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto
Directions
1)Transfer to a city bus from Imadegawa Station on the Subway Karasuma Line or Demachiyanagi Station on the Keihan Railway, get off at "Ginkakuji Tetsudo" bus stop and walk shortly.
2) From Keage Station on the Subway Tozai Line, about 20 minutes on foot.
3) Take a city bus to Miyanomae bus stop and walk about 5 minutes.