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Philosopher's Path – Nanzen-ji Temple loop from 蹴上

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Philosopher's Path – Nanzen-ji Temple loop from 蹴上

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160

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Philosopher's Path – Nanzen-ji Temple loop from 蹴上

02:59

9.25km

390m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

1

170 m

Lake Biwa Canal Trail

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2

679 m

Himukai Daijingu Shrine

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Small shrine in the forest, away from the usual tourist crowds

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3

3.91 km

View of Kyoto from Mount Daimonji

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4

4.75 km

View of Kyoto

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You have a great view from up here

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5.25 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

6

6.20 km

Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion)

Highlight • Religious Site

Ginkaku-ji is a Zen temple in the Sakyo ward of Kyoto, Japan. Its construction began February 21, 1482 . It is popularly known as Ginkaku, the "Silver Pavilion" because of …

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7

7.45 km

Philosopher's Path

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A very beautiful path from the Silver Pavilion, about 2 km along a small river. There are many cherry and maple trees here, making it perfect for spring and autumn walks.

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8

8.56 km

Nanzen-ji Temple

Highlight • Religious Site

One of the few temples where you can climb inside... for a fee of 600 yen. In return, you get a good view from the top.

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9

8.64 km

Tenju-an Garden

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A small but very fine garden next to the mighty Nanzen-ji Temple. A very beautiful pond with a house overlooking the garden. Special feature: golden carp.

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B

9.25 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.72 km

2.21 km

1.28 km

649 m

407 m

Surfaces

4.27 km

1.66 km

1.54 km

993 m

584 m

203 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (440 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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Weather

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Friday 23 October

22°C

17°C

70 %

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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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