Mibu-dera, Kyoto

Name: Mibu-dera
Address: Kyoto, Japan
Telephone: +81 75-841-3381

#117 among attractions in Kyoto

Temple, Buddhist temple

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Mibu-dera is a Buddhist temple in Nakagyō-ku, Kyoto. In the Middle Ages, the temple revived a performance created by the Yuzu Nembutsu monk Engaku known as the Dai Nembutsu Kyōgen. It is also known for having been affiliated with the Shinsengumi. The temple has taken on several other names such "Jizō-in ", "Hōdōsanmai-in ", and "Shinjōkō-in." ()

Local name: 壬生寺 Completed: 991 (1033 years ago)Coordinates: 35°0'6"N, 135°44'35"E

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Mibu-dera – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Nijō Castle, Kyoto International Manga Museum, Kyoto Railway Museum, Shosei-en Garden.

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Historic wooden castle with lush gardens
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Kyoto International Manga Museum, Kyoto
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Museum, Specialty museum
Kyoto Railway Museum, Kyoto
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1.3 miSE
Park, Garden, Temple
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Observation deck with touch-screen guide
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0.8 miSE
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0.9 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
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0.9 miE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
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Temple, Buddhist temple
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mibu-dera?

Nearby attractions include Shimabara, Kyoto (17 min walk), Jiao wumotenashino wen hua mei shu guan, Kyoto (17 min walk), Shinsenen, Kyoto (20 min walk), Heian Palace, Kyoto (21 min walk).

How to get to Mibu-dera by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mibu-dera:

Bus

Mibudera-michi • Lines: 3, 72, 73, 75, 76 (4 min walk)
Shijo Nakashinmichi • Lines: 3, 72, 73, 75, 76 (6 min walk)

Light rail

Shijō - ōmiya • Lines: A (9 min walk)
Sai • Lines: A (14 min walk)

Train

Omiya (10 min walk)
Tambaguchi (11 min walk)

Tram

Sai • Lines: A (14 min walk)

Metro

Nijo • Lines: T (19 min walk)
Nijojo-mae • Lines: T (21 min walk)