Main hall of Shoren-in #kyoto #temple #shorenin

Let me introduce you to the main hall of Shoren-in. The wooden corridors and tatami rooms feel unrestricted; you can walk freely without many limitations. And they don't use extra lighting to showcase the interiors, so even during the day, it has a dim atmosphere. But this is the authentic ambiance of a Japanese house. The sunlight gradually fades, creating soft shadows. It's the perfect embodiment of the term "yugen." You can sense the aura of generations of royal patrons who embodied nobility and elegance here. Once you've soaked in the ancient vibes, head over to Kacho-den. There, you'll encounter beautiful floral fusuma paintings. They have such cute designs, don't you think? Shoren-in has so much to offer, from gardens to halls. If you're in Kyoto, make sure to drop by. P.S. If you're interested in the Japanese aesthetic appreciation of shadows, I highly recommend reading "In Praise of Shadows" by Junichiro Tanizaki.
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