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Myorenji (Myorenji Temple)
京都市上京区妙蓮寺前町８７５
This is the head temple of the Honmon Butsuryu school of Nichiren Buddhism, with the mountain name Ukiyama. It is famous for its hibiscus flowers and houses important cultural properties, including the Matsuo Shrine and the Rissho Ankoku Ron (Treatise on Establishing Righteousness and Protecting the Nation).
History
The temple's origins date back to 1294 CE (Eiun 2), when a Lotus Sutra hall was built on the grounds of the Yanagiya residence by Yanagiya Chuuko and Myoren Hoin. It was later renamed from Myohorengeji to Ukiyama Myorenji. After being burned down during the Tenbun Lotus Sutra Rebellion, it was relocated to its current site by order of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Although many buildings were lost in the Tenmei Great Fire, the main hall and other structures were rebuilt or relocated, leading to the present state.
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What visitors say
Known as the "Temple of Flowers," visitors can enjoy seasonal blooms, including the "Goe-shiki Cherry Blossoms" and "Myorenji Camellias." The grounds feature the "Sixteen Arhats Stone Garden" and a treasure house housing fusuma (sliding door) paintings by the Hasegawa Tōhaku school. Admission fees or reservations may be required to view the gardens and the Karyo (guest quarters). The temple grounds are quiet and always meticulously maintained.
Opening hours
- Monday: 10:00 – 16:00
- Tuesday: 10:00 – 16:00
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: 10:00 – 16:00
- Friday: 10:00 – 16:00
- Saturday: 10:00 – 16:00
- Sunday: 10:00 – 16:00
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