Temple · Ukyo
常寂光寺
HoursAM 9:00〜PM 5:00
EnglishNot confirmed
Getting there「嵐山」Station · about 25 min walk
Hours
AM 9:00〜PM 5:00 ( PM 4:30受付終了)
京都市右京区嵯峨小倉山小倉町3Open in Google Maps ↗Official site ↗
Jojakko-ji is a Nichiren sect temple at the foot of Mount Ogura in Kyoto, celebrated as a famous autumn foliage destination. It was founded in the Keicho era by monk Nisshin, the 16th abbot of Honkoku-ji.
Before you go
Located at 3 Saga-Ogurayama-Oguracho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Jojakko-ji is a Nichiren sect temple renowned for autumn leaves. It was founded during the Keicho era (1596–1614) by monk Nisshin of Honkoku-ji.
- Relocated Nio-mon Gate: A gate originally built as the south gate of Honkoku-ji's Guest Hall and relocated here in 1616.
- Autumn Foliage Destination: A historic Nichiren temple renowned for seasonal maple scenery on the slopes of Mount Ogura.
- Getting there
- Approximately a 15-minute walk from City Bus or Kyoto Bus "Saga Shogakko-mae" stop; approximately a 25-minute walk from Randen "Arashiyama Station"; approximately a 35-minute walk from Hankyu "Arashiyama Station".
- Booking
- Visiting hours are 9:00–17:00 (reception closes at 16:30). Admission is ¥600.
Location & getting there
Updated Oct 20Source ↗ jojakko-ji.or.jp
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