Must-seeReligious & Spiritual
Byōdo-in Temple
Byōdō-in · Kyoto 611-0021
Rating
4.5(22,266)
Typical visit
1h30
With kids
Suitable
Admission
< €10/pers
About
An 11th-century temple depicted on 10-yen coins, bordered by a pond and gardens.
This Buddhist temple is the iconic building featured on Japanese coins. Recently restored, it stands beside a pond surrounded by gardens. A museum displays artifacts, and the interior of the pavilion can be visited for an additional 300 ¥.
What we love
Mixed indoor/outdoorKid-friendly (6-12 yrs)Architectural / AestheticAdultsLight (easy walking)Budget (<€10/pers)No booking neededHistoric / HeritageYear-roundSelf-guided visitPhotogenic / InstagrammableCouples / RomanticSolo travelerWith friends / GroupMultigenerational familiesRegional must-seeMedium (1-2h)Peaceful / QuietEducational / EnrichingSpiritual / Meditative
Opening hours
Monday
08:45 – 17:30
Tuesday
08:45 – 17:30
Wednesday
08:45 – 17:30
Thursday
08:45 – 17:30
Friday
08:45 – 17:30
Saturday
08:45 – 17:30
Sunday
08:45 – 17:30
Location
Renge-116 Uji, Kyoto 611-0021, JaponDirections
Reviews
4.5
22,266 reviews
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