Shinnyodo
Cost
free
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About
Shinnyodo Temple (in Japanese; Shin Yo Do Ji 真正極楽寺) is a temple of the "Tendai" Sect and is one of the "lesser known" temples in Kyoto although it is quite famous for it's autumn colors and is relatively less crowded than some of the other more known temples. It was constructed by a priest in 984 though it was destroyed during the Onin War and then rebuilt. The temple area is pretty large with many buildings and a 3 story pagoda. You can stroll about most of the temple without charge but to see the "Inner Chamber" or the gardens a ticket for a small fee is required.
Access
Closest Train Station: Jingu-Marutamachi
82 Jodoji Shinnyocho
Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8414 Japan
Tel: 075-771-0915
Train: A good 20-30min. walk from Jingumarutamachi station. Best to catch a taxi from Jingumarutamachi Station, 5-10 min. If you walk it will take a good 30-40 min.
Bus: Kyoto city bus #5, ride about 35 min. and get off at Shinnyodo-mae bus stop and walk 5 min.
Hotels & Lodging
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Hours & Fees
Hours: The grounds of Shrines and Temples are generally open 27/7, 365 days a year but, many set their own hours. If hours are set, they are generally open from 9:00 a.m. or 10:00 a.m. in the morning and close around 4:30 p.m. or 5:00 p.m. in the evening.
Cost: The general grounds of Shrines and Temples are free but may charge a small fee (a couple/few hundred yen) for special gardens, exhibitions, artifact viewing, etc.
Information presented is based on the time it was created. There may be changes since publication. Please confirm information by visiting the Official Website before visiting.
Resources
Website: Shinnyodo Homepage
