Keishunin, a temple of the Rinzai sect of Myoshinji
Founded in 1598 by Suian Sokiku
Nationally designated historic site and place of scenic beauty
Keishunin Garden
The four gardens were created in the Edo period by Gyokuenbo, a disciple of Kobori Enshu, and represent the stages of training a person goes through until they attain enlightenment. They have been designated as national scenic spots and historic sites.
Kano Sansetsu
Sliding door painting "Golden Green Pine and Crescent Moon"
Decorating the Shoin study at Keishunin Temple is the Important Cultural Property "Golden Green Pine and Crescent Moon" by the genius Kano Sansetsu of the early Edo period. The contrast between the rugged yet beautiful shape of the pine and the dignified, shining crescent moon purifies the souls of those who see it, transcending 400 years of time.
Weaving in the silence of Kyoto
Bamboo forest
ZenSei's bamboo room diffuser is specially harvested from the lush bamboo groves that grow within the tranquil grounds of Keishun-in Temple, and is crafted by skilled bamboo artisans who have supported Kyoto's history.
Bamboo room diffuser
A bamboo reed made from Keishun-in bamboo
Supervised by Yasumasa Anrakushima, deputy chief priest of Keishun-in Temple
Shrouded in tranquility
Incense of compassion created by the monks of Keishunin Temple
We offer special incense developed by the monks of Keishunin Temple, a famous temple in Kyoto, that captures the tranquil atmosphere and beauty of its gardens through its fragrance.
This pure fragrance has been created to soothe the soul, based on the senses honed through the daily prayers offered at temples. Lighting this incense in the midst of your busy daily life will instantly transform you into the tranquil space of a Zen temple. Enjoy the deeply penetrating fragrance during morning meditation or relaxing at the end of the day.
In addition, a portion of the sales of this product will be donated to the restoration and maintenance of Keishun-in Temple's precious buildings and gardens. Enjoying the fragrance will help connect Kyoto's beautiful history to the future. Be sure to get this cycle of kindness in your hands.
20 pieces
monk
Yasumasa Arashima
After three years of training at the Daitokuji Monastery,
In 2016, he became the deputy chief priest of Keishun-in, a sub-temple of Myoshinji Temple.
Through trial and error, the temple is exploring new ways of operating, such as by teaching Zen to students on school trips, and is exploring how to make the temple more accessible to young people and in line with the times.
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Keishunin, , a temple of the Rinzai sect of Myoshinji