Arashiyama, Togetsukyo Bridge, and Kameyama Park, which extends to the west of Tenryu-ji Temple, were once part of the precincts of the temple. The Sogen Pond Garden, which retains the image of Muso Kokushi's garden about 700 years ago, changes its appearance depending on the season: cherry blossoms in spring, fresh green in summer, autumn leaves in autumn, and snow in winter.

In the dharma hall, the 650th anniversary of Tenryu-ji Temple founder Muso Kokushi, the Japanese painter Matazo Kayama drew a powerful dragon glaring in all directions in ink on the ceiling.

［Autumn Foliage Information]
Best time to visit: Mid-November to early December
Early morning worship in autumn
Worship Period / Saturday, November 16, 2024 - Sunday, December 1, 2024
Hours of visitation/7:30~ *The gates open one hour earlier at 7:30 a.m. than the usual 8:30 a.m. (However, visits to the various halls are from 8:30 a.m. as usual).
Garden visitation fee/500 yen (same as usual) *Additional 300 yen for visiting various halls

［Cherry blossom viewing information]
Best time to visit: Late March to mid-April
Garden 8:30-17:00 (Reception closes at 16:50)
Halls 8:30-16:45 (reception closes at 16:30)
Dharma Hall "Dragon and Cloud Viewing" is open Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays only from 9:00 to 16:30 (reception ends at 16:20)
Open to the public every day during spring, summer, and fall.
Cherry Blossom Viewing Party
Period / Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Time／10:00-15:00
Admission/500 yen for garden visit *Special outdoor tea ceremony seating (Matcha fee 800 yen not included)