Ginkaku-ji (Jisho-ji Temple)

Kyoto, Kyoto

Emblem of Higashiyama culture exemplifying the beauty of wabi-sabi

Ginkaku-ji (official name: Jisho-ji Temple) is a World Heritage temple that originated from the Higashiyama-den built by Ashikaga Yoshimasa in 1482. Although silver leaf is not applied, it embodies the spirit of wabi-sabi, finding profound beauty in simplicity. The Kogetsu-dai moon-viewing platform and Ginshadai silver sand gardens are also distinctive.

Access

Approximately 30 minutes by bus from Kyoto Station to 'Ginkaku-ji-michi' bus stop, then approximately 10 minutes on foot

Hours

9:00〜17:00（季節により変動）

Budget

参拝料500円

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