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Kinkaku-ji
4.5(65,915)
·1 Kinkakujichō, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8361, JapanCategory
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Location
1 Kinkakujichō, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8361, Japan
A stunning Zen Buddhist temple covered in gold leaf, officially known as Rokuon-ji. The golden pavilion reflecting on the mirror-like pond is one of Japan's most iconic images. Originally built in 1397 as a retirement villa for Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu.
Tips
- Arrive right at opening (9 AM) for smaller crowds and the best light on the pavilion.
- The walking route is one-way and takes about 30-40 minutes.
- Admission is ¥500 for adults; you receive a calligraphy charm as your ticket.
- Autumn foliage (November) and snow days (January-February) are the most photogenic seasons.
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