Gio-ji
temple
祇王寺
Thatched-roof nunnery with 120 moss species rivaling famous Saiho-ji, no reservation needed.
A small thatched-roof nunnery with a sublime moss garden of over 120 species under a maple canopy. Connected to a tragic love story from the Tale of the Heike. The moss garden rivals famous Saiho-ji but requires no reservation.
The moss and stone arrangements were designed to be viewed from specific points. Follow the suggested viewing path for the full effect. Rent a bicycle to cover more ground between temples. The flat terrain and bike paths make it the best way to explore.
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