Kodai-ji

Kodaiji is an extraordinary sanctuary in Kyoto's Higashiyama District. It was set up in 1606 in memory of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, one of Japan's most prominent authentic figures, by Hideyoshi's better half Nene who is additionally cherished at the sanctuary. Kodaiji has a place with the Rinzai order of Zen Buddhism. Its fundamental structures were built in the shower style of the period of Japan's unification with the money related help of Hideyoshi's successor Tokugawa Ieyasu. They include lavishly finished insides and are encompassed by lovely Zen gardens.

Guests can enter Kodaiji's principle lobby Hojo, which was initially canvassed in enamel and gold, however was reconstructed in a more unassuming style after it torched in 1912. The building is encompassed on two sides by noteworthy greenhouses planned by driving contemporary bosses. The greenery enclosures are lit up amid exceptional brightening appears in spring and fall.