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Kinkaku-ji

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·1 Kinkakujichō, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8361, Japan

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1 Kinkakujichō, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8361, Japan

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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.

09:00-17:00
075-461-0013Official Website
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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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