Tranquil Kyoto Day & Night – The Philosopher’s Path 哲学の道 | Ginkakuji 銀閣寺 | Kodaiji 高台寺 [Eng CC]

Tranquil Kyoto Day & Night – The Philosopher’s Path 哲学の道 | Ginkakuji 銀閣寺 | Kodaiji 高台寺 [Eng CC]

Welcome back to our travelogue series Today, we embark on a tranquil journey… …through the east side of Kyoto Exploring the Philosopher’s Path… …the iconic Ginkakuji… …and the enchanting Kodaiji Our first stop is the Philosopher’s Path A picturesque walkway alongside the canal This enchanting trail is named after the renowned philosopher… …Nishida Kitaro

Who used to contemplate life’s mysteries… …during his daily strolls here If you’re lucky enough to visit in the spring time The cherry blossoms create a dreamlike atmosphere… …making it a perfect spot for self-reflection Along the traditional shopping alley… …we find ourselves at the breathtaking Ginkakuji Also known as the Silver Pavilion

This iconic Zen Buddhist temple… …is a symbol of timeless beauty and tranquillity Unlike its golden counterpart… …the Ginkakuji exudes a subtle charm with its silver sheen The meticulous design of the garden… …complements the temple’s elegance… …creating a harmonious and peaceful atmosphere As the day transitions to evening…

Through the narrow paths that lead toward our final destination… …Kodaiji We’re here during its night viewing period in December Where the garden transforms into a winter wonderland… …with magical light displays The soft glow of lights accentuated… …the winter foliage… …creating a mesmerizing scene The carefully placed lights highlighted… …the delicate branches of trees…

…and the pagoda by the garden The artful design of Kodaiji seamlessly blends… …nature and human creativity It’s a serene retreat that allows you to escape… …the hustle and bustle of everyday life The ponds and water features in the garden were adorned… …with subtle lighting This not only added…

…a touch of magic to the scene… …but also created captivating reflections on the water’s surface The bamboo pathway along the garden was softly lit Guiding visitors through the enchanting scenery The contrast between the illuminated pathways… …and the surrounding darkness… …gives a sense of journey and discovery As our journey comes to an end

Our day on the Philosopher’s Path… …and at Ginkakuji… …followed by the enchanting evening at Kodaiji… Has truly been a journey of tranquillity I hope this video has brought a sense of peace & beauty to your day If you enjoyed this video… …don’t forget to like…

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Welcome back to our travelogue series. Today, we embark on a tranquil journey through the east side of Kyoto, exploring the Philosopher’s Path (哲学の道), the iconic Ginkakuji (銀閣寺), and the enchanting Kodaiji (高台寺).

Music courtesy:
Purple Planet Music – Cascades
Vibe Tracks – Foundation
Jeremy Blake – Lost and Found

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