at the top of every must-visit list when in Kyoto: the shimmering Golden Pavilion, Kinkakuji temple. That’s actually a nickname. The Zen temple’s official name is Rokuonji, which literally ...

Many suggested combining a stop here with a visit to the Golden Pavilion since the two sit within walking distance of each other. Though it is not the most popular temple in Kyoto, Ryoanji still ...

Also known as the Golden Pavilion in Kyoto, this Zen Buddhist temple, which dates back to 1397, is one of the most photographed spots in Kyoto. The gold-plated, 3-story pagoda sits on a large pond.

KYOTO--Visitors to the ancient capital ... The Hojo hall of Rokuonji temple, commonly known as Kinkakuji temple with its famed golden pavilion, will be open to the public for the first time ...