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Kodai-ji Temple

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Gorgeous weeping cherry blossoms and the highly artistic garden are must-see

It was founded in Keicho 11 (1606) by Kita no Mandokoro, the lawful wife of Hideyoshi TOYOTOMI. It has many important cultural properties such as the Kangetsudai that was moved from Fushimi-jo Castle and the mausoleum decorated with Kodaiji makie. The carefully designed gardens such as the Chisen Kaiyu style garden surrounding the Kaisan-do hall and the Karesansui garden called "Hashin-tei" in the hojo of the main hall are also a highlight.
The Garyu Pond, which connects the Kaisan-do Hall and the mausoleum, reflects the vivid autumn leaves, creating an even more gorgeous atmosphere.

Kodai-ji Temple

075-561-9966

075-561-9966

526 Kodaiji-Shimogawara-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi

7 minutes' walk from Higashiyama-yasui City Bus Stop

9am-5pm (Last reception)
Admission: 600 yen
Parking: 100 (1 hour free for visitors)

Closing dates : Open year round

WEBSITE : https://www.kodaiji.com/