We took the bus from Kyoto station to O'hara and it took just over an hour each way, it was 580 yen each way. When the bus pulls into O'hara terminal (last stop) its about a 10 minute walk to the Sanzenin. You cross the road, follow the road uphill towards the souvenir shops, turn left at the top and... More

Temple has a peaceful little garden. Atmosphere is good. I can feel the rural temple with sense. It takes 1 hour from downtown by Kyoto bus(number 16, 17, about 500yen one way) At the time I visit, I can get a tea or something to eat for free. I think the temple gives tea for selling more.

I was amazed by the beauty of the architecture, the grace of the temples and the surrounding areas. What sruk me with awe that suddenly in Kyoto you have a heavy traffic road and in the middle of town temples, unbelievable how all is inegrated

this tucked away gem is really worth a visit in the fall- but probably all year around. In novemeber however its worth it even more so. do combine it with a walk all around Ohara.

The temple is a bit far from the centre of Kyoto, but worth visiting. Although I went there in winter, I saw many visitors. However, I've heard that there are even more visitors in the autumn-leaf season and it's better to avoid visiting in the season. The admission is JPY700. You can try sutra transcribing for free. Spacious gardens are... More

A bit of a fiddle to get to from Kyoto but the moss garden and walk to the temple from the Ohara bus station were great (little vendors with snacks and shopping along the way)

Such a great little place only about an hours bus ride from Kyoto Station. Very easy to figure out how to get to and navigate, with some cute little shops along the way. As for the attraction itself, it was beautiful. I great mix of gardens and temple you become immersed in your surroundings. Plan about 1.5hrs - 2hrs to... More

The peace and quiet allows visitors to just sit and admire the wonderful garden. Photographers delight.

This is one of my top temples in Japan. It is located in the mountain town of Ohara. Not as famous as it's neighbor Kurama/Kibune, but beautiful none the less. It has a rural small town feel. The path to Sanzen-in is just a short walk from the Ohara bus terminal. From there it's a 10-15 minute walk to the... More