To-ji Temple (Kyo-o-gokoku-ji Temple)

Temple

4.5

This Buddhist temple is the only remaining structure built during the days of the ancient capital of Heian-kyo (the former name of the city of Kyoto) and officially named Kyo-o gokoku-ji Temple. The temple was registered as a World Heritage site in 1994. The temple’s numerous National Treasures are worthy of note, such as its Kondo Hall (Main Hall), Daishido Hall (Miei House), and five tier pagoda, which is 55 meters (187 feet) tall and is the tallest wooden structure in Japan. Some of the temple’s many other historic and cultural assets include the southern gate and lecture hall, both registered as Important Cultural Properties.

Spot details

Address: Kyoto Kyoutoshi Minami-ku Kujouchou 1
Area: Around Kyoto Station Area
Phone: 0756913325
Hours: [Gates open] 5:00-17:00 [Friday Hall/Lecture Hall] 8:00-17:00 (16:30 Information desk closed) [Kanchiin] 9:00-17:00 (16:30 Information desk closed) closed)
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Friday Hall/Lecture Hall/Kanchiin] 500yen each
Parking Lot: Available * Monthly 21 day parking Not available
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Available (only in specified locations)
Wi-Fi: Available (only around the visit reception area)
Average budget: [Lunch] 1-1,000yen
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

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Reviewed：2020.08.09

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