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Giouji
〒616-8435 京都府京都市右京区嵯峨鳥居本小坂町３２
A nuns' temple of the Daikakuji branch of the Shingon sect located in the Saga district of Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, known for its moss garden and autumn foliage.
History
The origin of this temple is said to be the Ojo-in (Pure Land sect temple), founded by Ryoshin, a disciple of Honen. The site was the location of the hermitage of Giou, who was favored by Taira no Kiyomori but became a nun after losing her seat before the Buddha. In the Meiji era, it was revived as a nuns' temple under the management of Daikakuji, becoming the current Giouji.
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What visitors say
The temple grounds are surrounded by beautiful moss gardens and bamboo groves, creating a quiet and mystical atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy the charming scenery of thatched-roof hermitages and a Buddhist hall housing a wooden statue associated with the Tale of the Heike. There is parking for three cars, and the temple is located in a calm area slightly away from Arashiyama.
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 – 16:30
- Tuesday: 9:00 – 16:30
- Wednesday: 9:00 – 16:30
- Thursday: 9:00 – 16:30
- Friday: 9:00 – 16:30
- Saturday: 9:00 – 16:30
- Sunday: 9:00 – 16:30
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