Shogunzuka Seiryu-den Temple

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When Emperor Kanmu embarked on the transfer of the capital to Heian-kyo, he buried a 2.5-meter tall clay statue of a shogun to protect the capital in a mound and prayed for the capital’s security, which is the origin of the name Shogunzuka. The okutono of the Daigomado’s Seiryuden which was built in 2014 enshrines the National Treasure Aofudo, and in front of this is an elaborate reproduction which has been created for worship. On the premises is a large observatory made of wood that is 4.6 times the size of Kiyomizudera Temple’s platform which allows visitors to enjoy a large panoramic view of Kyoto’s cityscape.

Spot details

Address: Kyoto Kyoutoshi Yamashina-ku Zushiokukachouchou 28 Map
Area: Yamashina / Daigo Area
Phone: 0757710390
Hours: 9:00-17:00 (Last entry time 16:30)
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Admission fee to worship] Adults 600 yen, Junior High and High School Students 400 yen, Elementary School Students 200 yen (Free when accompanied by a guardian)
Parking Lot: Available(20spaces)
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
English Menu: Available (English pamphlet)
Average budget: [Lunch] 1-1,000 yen
[Night] 1-1,000 yen
Note:Night is only available for a limited time.
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Possible (some gardens etc. are not supported)
Infant friendly: Available

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

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Review

Beautiful!

Reviewed : 2019.06.07

Went early morning, and it was amazing! Nobody was there, and I could enjoy a silent view of the city. But what amazed me was being the only one sitting in front of the VERY beautiful painting of Ao...
Great view of kyoto

Reviewed : 2018.06.26

We didnt hike from the bottom, but still rewarded with a spectacular view of the city from this viewpoint. The temple looked beautiful, but really went for the view of the city on a sunny, clear...
Loved the hike, but note that the Y500 Seiryuden view is far better than the free Shogunzuka Viewpoint.

Reviewed : 2017.09.10

Loved this little hike behind Chioin-in. I got the directions from the insidekyoto website. We did it early in the morning and were rewarded with the mediocre view of Shogunzuka Viewpoint. Wish we...