It’s a bit expensive at ¥800 but the ticket includes a bowl of matchatea and sweet by the most beautiful picture window looking out on to the peacefultemplegarden. One of the best spots in Kyoto
Highly recommend; 1. Rainy season, 2. After the rain, 3. Late afternoon on weekdays when less visitors. When the sun comes from dark clouds after the rain, it's so beautiful and impressing!
For bus seats availability, use shuttle service from JR Kyoto stn. taking 70+ mins. To avoid long bus ride, closer stops available at Kawaramachi, Kokusai Kaikan, Demachiyanagi, about 30 mins.