Saihoji, also known as Kokedera or the “Moss Temple,” was established over 1,300 years ago, when Prince Shotoku’s villa was transformed into a Buddhist temple. Today, it is one of Kyoto’s most treasured gardens, known for its ethereal beauty and over 120 varieties of moss that carpet the landscape. Visiting Saihoji has always been challenging. … More A Visit to Saihoji: Kyoto’s Moss-Covered Temple