The Tetsugaku No Michi 'Philosopher's Path'
The term tetsugaku-no-michi translates to "Philosophers Walk" or "Philosopher's Path," designates a 1 kilometer scenic walkway that was built along the foothills in the Higashiyama district of Kyoto. The path connects the Ginkakuji Temple "Temple of the Silver Pavilion" at the north end, to the Kumano Nyakuoji Shrine and Eikan-do Hall at the southern end.



To mitigate the high temperature and humidity during the summer season, a system of canals called 'yari-mizu' or "fashioned streams," were constructed to bring water closer to dwelling in order to provide irrigation and a sense of coolness.