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

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

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

01:48

6.67km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 9, 2025

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568 m

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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647 m

Nanzen-ji Temple

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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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1.38 km

Start of the Philosopher's Path

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The trail starts at the junction to the Silver Pavilion. From here, it continues along a small stream, surrounded by cherry and maple trees.

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1.87 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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2.94 km

End of the Philosopher's Path

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After about 2 km, the Philosophers' Path ends. From here, the trail continues toward Nanzen-Ji.

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3.28 km

Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion)

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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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4.82 km

Koma Nezumi Shrine

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The small shrine is dedicated to the worship of mountain spirits. There are several animal sculptures (mouse, snake, monkey and eagle) as secondary shrines in this shrine.
Entry is free.
A short detour from the Philosopher's Path is worthwhile.

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6.67 km

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Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

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3.11 km

2.15 km

764 m

486 m

154 m

Surfaces

2.25 km

2.03 km

1.26 km

547 m

362 m

213 m

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Corresponds approx. to SAC 2-3.
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