Kinkakuji temple (Kyoto) : Things to do

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Kinkakuji

TEL :075-461-0013
Address :1 Kinkakujicho, Kita Ward, Kyoto
Access :JR Kyoto Station > (city bus number 205) > Kinkakuji-michi bus stop
Parking :There is a parking lot(Paid)

About Kinkakuji temple (Golden Pavilion)

Kinkakuji is a temple famous for its Golden Pavilion, which is covered in genuine gold leaf. You can enjoy a variety of experiences within the temple grounds.

See the Golden Pavilion

First and foremost, let’s take a good, close look at the Golden Pavilion.

You can view the Golden Pavilion not only from the front but also from the side and back. Let’s also take a look at the phoenix perched on the roof.

The photos are included in the article below, so please take a look.

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Kinkakuji temple (Kyoto) : The Golden Pavilion and 7 Highlights Its official name is Rokuonji, but it is known as Kinkakuji because of the Kinkaku (Golden Pavilion) located on its grounds. The Golden Pavilion is a three-story structure; it is unique in that its upper two stories are covered with genuine gold leaf. There are various other highlights within the temple grounds as well.

Coin Toss That Grants Wishes

After passing the Golden Pavilion, there is a spot where a bowl has been placed in front of a stone Buddha statue. It is said that if you toss a coin into this bowl, your wish will come true.

A chair for a noble

There is a stone chair near Sekka-tei (an old tea house). This is a seat where nobles once sat; it was relocated by the Muromachi Shogunate.

It is now a popular photo spot where anyone can sit.

Matcha and Japanese Sweets

Near the exit of the temple grounds, there is a place where you can enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets. It’s very cheap at 500 yen for the set.

The Japanese sweets is an original creation of Kinkakuji and is topped with gold leaf.

Single-Character Sutra Copying

A simplified sutra-copying activity is available, where each person writes one character of the Heart Sutra. Using a brush pen, trace over the model kanji characters.

Then, write your wish and name at the bottom to complete it.

You can try it out for 100 yen.

Offering incense sticks and candles

Kinkakuji temple (Kyoto) Offering incense stick

You can offer incense in front of the Fudo-do Hall, located near the exit of the temple grounds. Incense sticks are 50 yen for three.

You can also offer a candle. Wishes are written on the candles in Japanese. There are also explanations in English at the sales counter. Candles are 50 yen each.