Eikan-do Zenrin-ji is a major temple east of Kyoto. Eikan-do was founded in 853 at the beginning of the Heian period by Shinjo. The first building was

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Eikan-do Zenrin-ji is a major temple east of Kyoto. Eikan-do was founded in 853 at the beginning of the Heian period by Shinjo. The first building was a simple training hall until Shinjo obtained permission from the Emperor to build a temple. Later the abbot Eikan, became the main priest consequently Zenrin-ji expanded significantly under his rule. The temple consists in various buildings arranged around Hojo Pond. Two of the unique features that can be found here are the small pagoda Taho-to located in the hill above the main temple halls, and the wooden staircase that leads to it Garyuro. Eikan-do is at its best in autumn, when the maple trees of its front garden are brightly coloured.

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Location: Kyoto, Japan
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