Konchi-in Temple, Kyoto

Name: Konchi-in Temple
Address: 86-12 Nanzenji Fukuchicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8435, Japan
Telephone: +81 75-771-3511

#61 among attractions in Kyoto

Temple, Garden, Sacred and religious sites, Park

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Konchi-in is a Buddhist temple in Sakyō-ku, Kyoto, western Japan. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 207 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 35°0'37"N, 135°47'24"E

Address

86-12 Nanzenji Fukuchicho, Sakyo-kuKyoto 606-8435 Japan

Contact

+81 75-771-3511

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Konchi-in Temple – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Philosopher's Walk, National Museum of Modern Art, Heian Shrine, Nanzen-ji.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Konchi-in Temple open?

Konchi-in Temple is open:

Monday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Konchi-in Temple?

Nearby attractions include Lake Biwa Canal Museum of Kyoto, Kyoto (5 min walk), Murin-an, Kyoto (5 min walk), Nanzen-ji, Kyoto (6 min walk), Nomura Art Museum, Kyoto (7 min walk).

How to get to Konchi-in Temple by public transport?

The nearest stations to Konchi-in Temple:

Bus

南禅寺・疎水記念館・動物園東門前 • Lines: 京都岡崎ループ (5 min walk)
岡崎法勝寺町 • Lines: 5, 京都岡崎ループ (7 min walk)

Metro

Keage • Lines: T (5 min walk)
Higashiyama • Lines: T (15 min walk)

Train

Sanjo (26 min walk)
Gion-shijo (29 min walk)