Comments on: Philosophers Path in Kyoto https://www.2aussietravellers.com/philosophers-path-in-kyoto/ Travel Adventures in Australia, Japan & New Zealand Mon, 17 Nov 2025 04:48:02 +0000 hourly 1 By: Toni Broome https://www.2aussietravellers.com/philosophers-path-in-kyoto/#comment-26296 Thu, 04 Jul 2019 02:45:49 +0000 http://www.2aussietravellers.com/?p=5513#comment-26296 In reply to Jennifer.

Hi Jennifer. The Philosophers Path is quite a way from Kyoto station, it's in the northeast of the city. My suggestion would be to catch the Raku 100 tourist loop bus from the bus depot in front of Kyoto Station (local bus 5 or 17 would also work) and get off at Ginkakuji stop (the silver pavilion). Walk the Philosophers Path ending at Nanzenji. From there Keage subway station is close to get you back to Kyoto Station or continue walking towards Yasaka Shrine, Higashiyama and Gion to see that lovely area for the rest of the day before heading back to Kobe.

]]> By: Jennifer https://www.2aussietravellers.com/philosophers-path-in-kyoto/#comment-26278 Wed, 03 Jul 2019 11:20:02 +0000 http://www.2aussietravellers.com/?p=5513#comment-26278 We are wanting to do this walk in August/September. How far is the walk from Kyoto Station? Is it within walking distance from the station? We are coming from Kobe for the day.

]]> By: Toni Broome https://www.2aussietravellers.com/philosophers-path-in-kyoto/#comment-5879 Fri, 16 Mar 2018 23:47:06 +0000 http://www.2aussietravellers.com/?p=5513#comment-5879 In reply to Cheryl H.

It's a gorgeous spot in all seasons - hope you had a fabulous birthday celebration!

]]> By: Cheryl H https://www.2aussietravellers.com/philosophers-path-in-kyoto/#comment-5878 Fri, 16 Mar 2018 23:18:30 +0000 http://www.2aussietravellers.com/?p=5513#comment-5878 Very nice. I was there just a few months before you for my 50th. Now I know what the philosophers walk looks like in colour! Next year maybe.

]]> By: Sanjana @ Green Global Travel https://www.2aussietravellers.com/philosophers-path-in-kyoto/#comment-1302 Mon, 15 Jun 2015 20:49:57 +0000 http://www.2aussietravellers.com/?p=5513#comment-1302 Beautiful pictures and temples! Those cherry blossoms are so pretty. Thanks for sharing!

]]> By: Dannielle Lily https://www.2aussietravellers.com/philosophers-path-in-kyoto/#comment-1301 Mon, 15 Jun 2015 12:19:34 +0000 http://www.2aussietravellers.com/?p=5513#comment-1301 I need to go to Japan! Great post 🙂

]]> By: Ryan Biddulph https://www.2aussietravellers.com/philosophers-path-in-kyoto/#comment-1150 Wed, 20 May 2015 00:11:30 +0000 http://www.2aussietravellers.com/?p=5513#comment-1150 Hi Toni,

I love that little Hurry Up Buddha story and the awesome images. Must see spot. My wife taught English in Japan for about a year, MANY moons ago 😉 Loved it. She was in Hiroshima.

Ryan

]]> By: RaW | Ramble and Wander https://www.2aussietravellers.com/philosophers-path-in-kyoto/#comment-1147 Tue, 19 May 2015 14:06:00 +0000 http://www.2aussietravellers.com/?p=5513#comment-1147 I couldn't really believe that a 2-km walk can turn into a half-day out until I saw the photos of the temples! Btw, it's the first time I've heard of a sand garden. Would love to check it out one day!

]]> By: Serendipity Tess https://www.2aussietravellers.com/philosophers-path-in-kyoto/#comment-1145 Tue, 19 May 2015 01:59:54 +0000 http://www.2aussietravellers.com/?p=5513#comment-1145 I can't wait to go to Japan! To be honest, it wasn't on my radar for a very long time but everyone I know who has been there told me that it was one of their favourite countries. Cannot wait!

]]> By: Yvonne https://www.2aussietravellers.com/philosophers-path-in-kyoto/#comment-1144 Mon, 18 May 2015 09:29:22 +0000 http://www.2aussietravellers.com/?p=5513#comment-1144 Stunning photos. I would love to visit!

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