To-ji Temple

Area

Kyoto city (Southern area)

Category

Shrine / temple

To-ji Temple, also known as Kyouougokokuji Temple, is loved by many for Kyoto's symbolic five-storied pagoda. The tower was built 1,200 ago in accordance to the transfer of Ancient Kyoto's capital. Later on, this temple became the main temple for the Shingon sect after being entrusted by Kukai. Upon your visit, you must see the Five-Story Pagoda. It is the tallest pagoda in Japan with a height of 55 meters. In 1994, this pagoda was designated as a World Cultural Heritage Monument. On the 21st day of every month, To-ji Temple opens up a market with lots of food and antiques.

Basic Information

Address

1, Kujo-cho, Minami-ku, Kyoto-city, Kyoto

Phone

075-691-3325

Hours

Gates Open 5:00am - 5:00pm
Visit times (Main Hall and Lecture Hall):  8:00am - 5:00pm (Last entrance at 4:30pm)
Visit times (Treasure Hall and Reception Hall): 9:00am - 5:00pm (Last entrance at 4:30pm)
Night Cherry Blossom Light Up (Limited Seasons): 6:30pm - 9:30pm (Last entrance 9:00pm)

Closed

No holidays

Fee

*Goeido Hall, Cafeteria, etc.
Free

* Five-Story Pagoda, Main Hall, Lecture Hall
Adult: 800 JPY
High School Student: 700 JPY
Middle School Student and younger: 500 JPY

Website

http://www.toji.or.jp

Access

FromKintetsu Kyoto Line To-ji Temple Station
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walking about 8 minutes
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