煙雨桂離 - Katsura in a misty drizzle. the landscape garden, never thought something controlled, deliberately designed, something so artificial, could feel moving. it’s probably its name, there’s a certain melancholic air to it, which is lost in its english translation. that afternoon, i time-travelled back to childhood summer nights when my mom would read me to sleep with Tang poetry. 🦗
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Tucked away in a quiet corner of Kyoto, Komyoin Temple is a hidden sanctuary known for its breathtaking Hashin-no-Niwa (波心の庭), or “The Garden of the Moving Heart.” Designed by renowned landscape architect Shigemori Mirei, this karesansui (dry rock) garden embodies the simplicity and depth of Zen aesthetics. The carefully arranged rocks and raked white gravel create an ever-changing scene, inviting visitors to reflect and find inner peace. I arrived early in the late afternoon when the temple was almost empty. The contrast of lush moss, meticulously placed stones, and the rhythmic patterns of gravel felt almost meditative. Time seemed to slow down, and for a moment, there was only the sound of rustling leaves and the occasional birdcall. Komyoin is one of those places that remains beautifully underrated, offering a rare chance to experience Kyoto’s Zen essence without the crowds. If you’re looking for a quiet moment of reflection away from the city’s busy temples, this is the perfect place to be. Save this post for your next Kyoto trip! #fyp #reels #reelstrending #reelsviral #travel #explore #japantrip #japantravel #kyototrip #travelkyoto #kyototemple #komiyoin #光明院 #波心の庭 #京都旅行 #京都寺廟 #京都櫻花
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in the empty courtyard, i tiptoe, holding my breath, careful not to disturb its stillness. a solitary afternoon at my favourite temple @komyoin (1391) in kyoto, with a dry landscape garden designed by #MireiShigemori #重森三玲 in 1939. #japanesemodernism
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