yasaka koshindo temple kukurizaru

Yasaka Koshindo Temple

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Yasaka Koshindo Temple locates in the Higashiyama area of Kyoto, a popular sightseeing district. The temple was built in 960, and today is known for its cute, colorful ornaments. Though the temple is small, you will find a colorful wonderland after entering through the red entrance gates. The ornaments are called “kukurizaru”, and visitors write their wishes on them and hang them up.

Basic Information

Address
390-1 Kinen-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Phone
075-541-2565
Hours
9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Closed
Open year-round
Fee
Free
Credit Card
Unaccepted

Access

  • FromKyoto Station
    【Kyoto Sta.】Kyoto City Bus 206 / for Kitaoji Bus Terminal
    →【Higashiyama-Yasui】→ about a 6-minute walk
    
  • FromTokyo Station
    【Tokyo Sta.】Tokaido Shinkansen / for Shin-Osaka
    →【Kyoto Sta.】Kyoto City Bus 206 / for Kitaoji Bus Terminal
    →【Higashiyama-Yasui】→ about a 6-minute walk
    
  • FromKansai Airport
    【Kansai Airport Sta.】Keihan Bus, Kansai Airport Bus, Osaka Airport Bus / for Demachi-Yanagai Sta.
    →【Kyoto Sta.】Kyoto City Bus 206 / for Kitaoji Bus Terminal
    →【Higashiyama-Yasui】→ about a 6-minute walk
    

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