Hokoku-ji
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Bamboo Grove
This temple prides on the beautiful bamboo grove with more than 1,000 bamboo. The bamboo grove shimmers fantastically under sunlight filtering down through the bamboo leaves. It is a bit cooler in the bamboo grove compared to other areas. It is a good place to escape from the heat in summer. Unlike cherry trees or maples, bamboo grove doesn’t have seasonal changes. You can see the gorgeous view anytime of the year.
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Main Hall Surrounded by Greenery
The main hall stands in front of the bamboo grove and houses a sitting statue of Shaka Nyorai. There is also a desk that belonged to Yasunari Kawabata, a writer who won the Nobel Prize in Literature. He is believed to have visited Hokoku-ji from time to time.
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Karesansui
A Karesansui garden is in the courtyard behind the main hall. Karesainsui is a traditional Japanese-style garden that expresses the landscape by rocks and sand. It is another beautiful garden in a different way from the bamboo grove. Enjoy the soothing view of the artistic garden.
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Kyuko-an
Don’t miss visiting “Kyuko-an” when you go to Hokoku-ji. It is a popular tea house where you can enjoy green tea looking at the bamboo grove. Spend some quality time in a solemn atmosphere. They serve freshly prepared green tea with Japanese dry sweets chosen seasonally.
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Hidden Viewing Spot for Autumn Leaves
Hokoku-ji is famous for its bamboo grove. However, it is also a hidden view spot for autumn leaves. The view of the crimson leaves and historical buildings like the main hall is stunning. Bamboo and autumn leaves make for a great view together.
(Source: pixta)
(Source: pixta)
Bamboo Grove
This temple prides on the beautiful bamboo grove with more than 1,000 bamboo. The bamboo grove shimmers fantastically under sunlight filtering down through the bamboo leaves. It is a bit cooler in the bamboo grove compared to other areas. It is a good place to escape from the heat in summer. Unlike cherry trees or maples, bamboo grove doesn’t have seasonal changes. You can see the gorgeous view anytime of the year.
(Source: pixta)
Main Hall Surrounded by Greenery
The main hall stands in front of the bamboo grove and houses a sitting statue of Shaka Nyorai. There is also a desk that belonged to Yasunari Kawabata, a writer who won the Nobel Prize in Literature. He is believed to have visited Hokoku-ji from time to time.
(Source: pixta)
Karesansui
A Karesansui garden is in the courtyard behind the main hall. Karesainsui is a traditional Japanese-style garden that expresses the landscape by rocks and sand. It is another beautiful garden in a different way from the bamboo grove. Enjoy the soothing view of the artistic garden.
(Source: pixta)
Kyuko-an
Don’t miss visiting “Kyuko-an” when you go to Hokoku-ji. It is a popular tea house where you can enjoy green tea looking at the bamboo grove. Spend some quality time in a solemn atmosphere. They serve freshly prepared green tea with Japanese dry sweets chosen seasonally.
(Source: 雲無心)
Hidden Viewing Spot for Autumn Leaves
Hokoku-ji is famous for its bamboo grove. However, it is also a hidden view spot for autumn leaves. The view of the crimson leaves and historical buildings like the main hall is stunning. Bamboo and autumn leaves make for a great view together.
(Source: pixta)
