I really looked forward seeing the stone garden of Ryoanji. Taking advice from my Japanese friend we went early to the site - but so did many others too. The serene atmosphere of the temple area is once again destroyd by too many people visitng it at the same time. More

This is a Zen Temple that was built in 1450 and is one of the World Heritage Sites in Kyoto. The big thing to see is the rock garden which is quite peaceful. I found it an interesting thing to see. You can also walk around the gardens. We were there when the cherry blossoms were in full bloom and... More

The temple area was well-maintained and clean, as in other Japanese temples and shrines. Staff were friendly and simply wonderful as they provide tired tourists with perfect smiles and help. Averagely pretty and it showcases a lot of artistic values too. Great visit! More

I'll be honest, i dont really understand the excitement about the rocks. it's nice, but the Zen garden in the silver pavilion is more impressive in my opinion. anyway, dont miss the tofu restaurant in the garden, specifically if it's Sakura time. pretty good tofu, and amazing view. More

There are so many wonderful temples to visit in Kyoto, I really did not think this was worth the effort. Google the rock garden and see if that is really something you want to see, as it is the main feature of this temple. It may be one of the 'finest examples of a zen rock garden in the world',... More

Dont know what the big deal is about the rock garden. The walk there from the Golden Pavilion was nice thou (even had one of those cheap sushi places along the way) More

A very tranquil place and worth a visit and you really cant get all the stones in the photo. More

Really different, serene. I missed the turnoff to the garden first time. You have to go through a building and take off your shoes. Catch the 59 bus back to save time. More

I wish I understood the rock garden more, but it was interesting to see how this is the most famous rock garden in the world. very zen. More