Chion-in - Kyoto

Name: Chion-in - Kyoto
Address: 400 Rinkacho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-8686, Japan, 605-8686, Japan

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浄土宗総本山知恩院 - Chion-in.or.jp

知恩院は浄土宗の開祖、法然上人がお念仏のみ教えを広め、入寂された遺跡に建つ京都の由緒ある寺院です。正式名称は華頂山知恩教院大谷寺という、浄土宗の総本山です。

Contact Chion-in

住所：	400 Rinkacho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-8686, Japan
電話：	📞 +87
Postal code :	605-8686
Webサイト：	https://www.chion-in.or.jp/
カテゴリ：	観光の名所 , Buddhist temple , Place of worship ,
Description :	Expansive 17th-century temple headquarters of Jodo Shu Buddhism with gardens, events & services.

400 Rinkacho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-8686, Japan

Best Buddhist temple in japan

N	Nasrun Sofian on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ As beautiful of a shrine as they come in Kyoto. While not the most popular, it's also to its benefit as it doesn't get flooded with tourists as much as the usual hot spots in Kyoto. Unfortunately the main temple is undergoing some work and is expected to only be open by 2020. However, there's still plenty to view on site!
M	Michael Chang on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Stunning place to visit. The old architecture of these temples are amazing in their own regard. The actual temple is the largest building there and the surrounding buildings are more subdued compared to the main. Great place to visit if you like architecture, especially that of old religious temples.
M	Maria Knithaki on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Well if you are in Kioto then you have to visit Chion-in temple. You will need at least 2 hours for your visit, so plan ahead because they close by 16:30. Here you can enjoy two beautiful gardens, Yuzen-en and Hojo garden which the definitely worth the visit. Also there are some very nice temples here and two wonderful mausoleum. It is very quiet and peaceful and not many tourists visit the place. Ideal place for relaxation and some light hiking. Keep in mind that there is a minor elevation from the begging of the route till the end, but nothing too difficult
D	David P on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Beautiful and massive Shinto temple and shrine area. I felt quite dwarfed in comparison to some of the large structures. Some of the structures are enormous. The temples are active as well. We heard monks chanting in the background and walking in prayer which was an amazing experience. Definitely worth checking this place out.
g	gradhito on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A grand temple with a very grand entrance in Chion-in Sanmon, the huge gate right outside it. Be prepared as the stone steps heading to the temple is quite steep and tall. It will be worth your time once you reached the temple. Not sure if there's any wheelchair access here. Hojo Garden in the complex seems to be very beautiful, but unfortunately wasn't open to public on my visit
J	Jun Lerou on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Together with Kyomizudera, this is the most beautiful Buddhist temple in Kyoto and maybe all of Japan. There is a garden here which you can enter for a fee, but it closes at 17:00. I recommend going inside the main building, because the golden decorations at and around the altar are beautiful! You are NOT allowed to take pictures inside though. There is a building next to the main building where a big golden Buddha stands along with decorations. A must see!
S	Shingo Sae-Lim on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (Trip was made back then on 1 Dec 2019, 2 years before the Covid-19 Pandemic hit) Chionin is the head temple of the Jodo sect of Japanese Buddhism and is one of the most popular Buddhist sects in Japan. The Sanmon Gate is the largest wooden gate in Japan and the impressive scale sets the tone of the equally spacious grounds and large buildings inside. Thought it might not be as outstanding as Yasaka Shrine, it’s still impressive in it’s own way and worth a visit if you have time. When we revisited Chionin on Sunday night 2 years ago on 1 Dec 2019, it was the last day of their night illumination, and unfortunately the autumn foliage night illumination was very lacklustre, most likely because it’s already the start of winter and most of the trees have already shed their leaves. Probably would have been better if we were here during mid- November when it was still the peak season. Nevertheless, the lighting effect was much better than Eigenji’s, as Chionin was better at highlighting the building features and landscape.
R	Rachel Boatwright on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ My review is mainly in regards to their autumn leaves illumination event. I've been twice, and both times were wonderful. The price isn't bad at all for how large the complex is, and everything looks beautiful lit up. I also noticed it seemed less crowded than other night illuminations when I went. If you're looking to enjoy some of Kyoto's autumn light up events, this is a great option! Within walking distance of a few others as well, so you can visit multiple in one evening. They also have a special fall goshuin, which is very pretty.