Jikko-in Temple

4.0

Jikko-in Temple is a sub temple of Shorin-in Temple. There is a garden where one can enjoy the flowers blooming in all four seasons including double-flowered cherry blossoms, pheasant’s eyes and dogtooth violets. A must-see are the continually blossoming cherry trees which are in season from autumn to spring, an unusual sight across all of Japan. In the tearoom one can enjoy tea while gazing out over the garden.

Spot details

Address: Kyoto Kyoutoshi Sakyou-ku Oharashourininchou 187 Map
Area: Around Mt. Hiei Area
Phone: 0757442537
Hours: 9:00-16:00 (subject to change depending on the season)
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Admission fee to worship]Adults500yen, Elementary School Students300yen
Parking Lot: Not available
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
English Menu: Available
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Estimated stay time: 0-30 minutes
Infant friendly: Available

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

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Review

Hidden temple

Reviewed : 2017.09.12

A fantastically quiet, calm, and profoundly peaceful little temple. Make sure to stop in and have a cup of matcha while looking out on the trees.It must be fantastic in the winter too when...
Beautiful garden

Reviewed : 2017.05.28

Many tourists visit Sanzenin temple, when they come to Ohara. But in my opinion, Jikkoin is as much worthy to visit as Sanzenin. The garden, although not very big, is beautiful. You can sit down on a...
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Reviewed : 2023.04.26

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