About
A serene temple with a thousand-year-old stone gate and a peaceful atmosphere
Why go
- A less crowded temple option in uji
- Peaceful hidden gem
- Tranquil and beautiful garden
Must try
- Walk along the river
- Dry landscape garden
- Japanese octopus tempura
Pro tips
- Entrance path is a tunnel of maple leaves
- Moss-covered stone path leading up to it
- The参道 is called 'kotōzaka'
- Pay 500 yen to enter the main buildings
Good to know
- Temples open 8-9am and close by 5pm
- Some smaller stalls and temples are cash only
- Blood ceiling from samurai history
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Rating
4.3 / 5 (766 reviews)
Phone: +81 774-21-2040