basic information

Daigoji is a temple complex in southeastern Kyoto, which has been designated an UNESCO world heritage site.

Sanboin is a large wooden building constructed in 1115 as the residence of Daigoji's archbishop. It includes a beautiful Japanese garden which was built for Toyotomi Hideyoshi's famous hanami (cherry blossom viewing) party of 1598.

In the Shimo-Daigo area of Daigoji stand most temple halls and structures including Kyoto's oldest building, a five storied pagoda dating from 951, and the Bentendo, a much photographed small temple hall to the goddess Benten.

More temple buildings are located at Kami-Daigoji, about a one hour walk up the mountain from the Shimo-Daigo area, where Daigoji was originally founded. Due to a fire at the temple complex in August 2008, the road to Kami-Daigoji was temporarily closed, but re-opened on January 7, 2009.

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how to get there

Daigoji is the last station on the Tozai Subway Line. From the station, it is a 15 minute walk to the temple.

From Kyoto Station, take the JR Tokaido, Kosei or Biwako Line to Yamashina Station, where you can transfer to the Tozai Subway Line.

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hours and fees

Shimo-Daigo
Hours:	9:00 to 17:00
Closed:	No closing dates
Admission:	600 yen each for Sanboin and Shimo-Daigo 1000 yen for a combination ticket

Kami-Daigo
Hours:	9:00 to 16:00 (until 15:00 from Dec through Feb)
Closed:	No closing dates
Admission:	600 yen

news and reports

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