Must-seeReligious & Spiritual
Hōkan-ji Temple (Yasaka Pagoda)
Houkan-ji · Kyoto, JP
Rating
4.6(5,903)
Typical visit
20min
With kids
Suitable
Admission
< €10/pers
Effort
Moderate
About
Five-story Buddhist pagoda rising above the Higashiyama district lanes.
This five-level pagoda, Kyoto's oldest, stands in the heart of the traditional district. Access to the second floor reveals the wooden structure. Built over centuries, it remains a landmark of the city.
What we love
Architectural / AestheticVery short (<30 min)IndoorAdultsTeen-friendlyBudget (<€10/pers)No booking neededHistoric / HeritageYear-roundSelf-guided visitModerate (stairs, sustained walking)Photogenic / InstagrammableWorldwide must-seeCouples / RomanticSolo travelerWith friends / GroupPeaceful / QuietEducational / EnrichingAuthentic / Local
Opening hours
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
10:00 – 15:00
Sunday
10:00 – 15:00
Location
Japon, 〒605-0862 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, 清水八坂上町３８８Directions
Reviews
4.6
5,903 reviews
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