Daruma-dera or Horin-ji belongs to the esoteric Shingon sect and is dedicated to the Daruma or Dharma

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Daruma-dera or Horin-ji belongs to the esoteric Shingon sect and is dedicated to the Daruma or Dharma as it is often spelled in English. The moss covered garden at the rear lets you enjoy a few moments of tranquility, unlike most well-composed gardens in Kyoto thanks to its off-the-beaten-path neighborhood.

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