Jakkoin Temple

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This temple is in Ohara, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, and is famous for its ties to the Tale of the Heike Legend. Exact details of the temple's establishment are unknown but it is said to have been constructed by Shotoku Taishi in 594 to ensure his father's, Emperor Youmei's, happiness in the next life. Taira no Tokuko, also Kenreimon-in, daughter of Taira no Kiyomori, wife of Emperor Takakura and mother of Emperor Antoku, survived her drowning suicide attempt at the battle of Dan-no-Ura. Afterwards she became a nun secluded within the temple to pray for the happiness of her son and Tira clan in the next life. On the grounds are a pond and cherry trees associated with visits from Cloistered Emperor Goshirakawa and the Tale of the Heike and the changing autumn colors provide beautiful scenery.

Spot details

Address: Kyoto Kyoutoshi Sakyou-ku Oharakusaochou 676 Map
Area: Ohara / Kurama / Kifune Area
Phone: 0757443341
Hours: [3/1-11/30] 9:00-17:00 [12/Jan.--Feb. End] 9:00-16:30 [1/1-1/3] 10:00-16:00
Fees: [VisitVisitation fee] Adults/High school students600yen, Junior high school students350yen, Elementary school students100yen
Parking Lot: Not available
※Private parking available nearby
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Available (partial)
English Menu: Available (English brochure Available)
Estimated stay time: 0-30 minutes

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

Review

all is subjected to change

Reviewed : 2019.11.12

haunting reminder of the transience of life. beautiful place:again like Gioji, best experienced in solitude.
Hidden gem ( on a quiet day)

Reviewed : 2017.10.02

This was my first visit to Jakkoin after many return visits to my old favourite Sanzenin in Ohara.. My husband and I were both impressed by the impact Jakkoin had on us both. It is hidden away at the...
Small, but nice

Reviewed : 2017.05.28

Jakkoin is a temple, which is also well known by Heike Monogatari, a famous tale. Unfortunately its main building was burned and the actual one is a reconstruction. But at the first glance, you may...