To-ji

🛕 Temple

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Prefecture

Kyoto

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Type

Temple

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N/A

1 review

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¥500

Entry Fee

🚃 Train Access

About This Destination

A World Heritage Site founded in 796, home to Japan's tallest wooden pagoda at 55 meters and a beloved monthly flea market on the 21st.

Founded 796, two years after Kyoto became the capital. Later entrusted to Kukai (Kobo Daishi), founder of Shingon Buddhism. The 55-meter five-story pagoda is Japan's tallest wooden tower. The Kondo has a Yakushi Nyorai trinity; the Kodo has a three-dimensional mandala of 21 Buddhist statues, many National Treasures. On the 21st of every month, the Kobo-ichi flea market draws hundreds of vendors (antiques, crafts, food). UNESCO World Heritage since 1994.

Location

Prefecture: Kyoto

Address: 1 Kujo-cho, Minami-ku, Kyoto 601-8473

Nearest Station: Toji Station (Kintetsu Kyoto Line)

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Visitor Information

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Food Options: No dining inside the temple, but the monthly Kobo-ichi flea market on the 21st features dozens of food stalls. Kyoto Station is a 15-minute walk away with extensive dining options.

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