Kosanji Temple

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Kosanji
Kosanji (Photo: 高山寺|Kozanji Temple – Izu navi / CC BY 2.0)

The Kosanji Temple, one of the most secluded UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kyoto, is located in the middle of a dense mountain forest. The temple, which belongs to the sect of Shingon Buddhism, offers a wonderful view over the valley of the Kiyotaki River from the temple complex.

Overview

Address

8 Umegahata-Toganoo-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City (Map) (Directions)

Hours

8:30 - 17:00 Closed now

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 8:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 8:30 - 17:00
Thursday 8:30 - 17:00
Friday 8:30 - 17:00
Saturday 8:30 - 17:00
Sunday 8:30 - 17:00
Holidays 8:30 - 17:00

Website

kosanji.com

What's unique

  • UNESCO World Heritage Site

Access

Take the JR Bus Takao/ Keihoku Route to Toganoo from JR Kyoto Station. 15-minute walk from City Bus Stop Takao from Sijo Station on the Karasuma Subway Line

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