Philosopher's Walk

For the footpath of the same name in Toronto, Canada, see Philosopher's Walk (Toronto).

In summer

In spring, Cherry trees in blossom

Map

The Philosopher's Walk (哲学の道, Tetsugaku-no-michi, lit. Path of Philosophy) is a pedestrian path that follows a cherry-tree-lined canal in Kyoto, between Ginkaku-ji and Nanzen-ji. The route is so-named because the influential 20th century Japanese philosopher and Kyoto University professor Nishida Kitaro is thought to have used it for daily meditation. It passes a number of temples and shrines such as Hōnen-in, Ōtoyo Shrine, and Eikan-dō Zenrin-ji. It takes about 30 minutes to complete the walk, although many people spend more time visiting the sights along the way. On the northern part of the walk, there are good views of the nearby Daimonji. The walk is a popular destination for tourists and locals, especially during hanami.

External links

• Philosopher's Walk in Kyoto Japan
• Photos and information about Philosopher's Walk in Kyoto Japan
• de:Philosophenweg (Heidelberg)

Philosophenweg Heidelberg

References

Clancy, Judith (2008). Exploring Kyoto: On Foot in the Ancient Capital. Stone Bridge Press. p. 50. ISBN 978-1-933330-64-8.

Richmond, Simon (2011). The Rough Guide to Japan. Penguin. ISBN 978-1-84836-615-2. {{cite book}}: Unknown parameter |coauthors= ignored (|author= suggested) (help)

Rowthorn, Chris (2012 Feb.). Kyoto. Lonely Planet Publications Pty Ltd. ISBN 978-1-74179-401-4. {{cite book}}: Check date values in: |year= (help)CS1 maint: year (link)

Masuda, Koh (1991). Kenkyusha's New Japanese-English Dictionary. Kenkyusha Limited. ISBN 4-7674-2015-6.