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The Horin-ji observatory is the stage (viewing platform) in the grounds of Horin-ji Temple in Arashiyama, overlooking Togetsu-kyo Bridge, the Sagano area, and the city of Kyoto. Visiting hours and fees are not published officially.
Before you go
Horin-ji stands on Mt. Kokuzo in Arashiyama, and its stage (viewing platform) commands a view of Togetsu-kyo Bridge, Sagano, and central Kyoto. The temple's official site is www2.ocn.ne.jp/~horinji/.
- Horin-ji was founded in 713 (Wado 6), about 1,300 years of history
- Getting there
- On Mt. Kokuzo in Arashiyama; address: Arashiyama Kokuzo-sancho, Nishikyo-ku. Official directions are not published.
- Booking
- Visiting hours and fees are not published officially; check with the temple in advance.
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Questions
Where is the observatory?
The stage (viewing platform) in the Horin-ji grounds.
What can you see?
Togetsu-kyo Bridge, Sagano, and the city of Kyoto.
Sources Horin-ji official site · Arashiyama Autumn Fireworks 2026 viewing area (organizer announcement)