Chion-in, Kyoto

Name: Chion-in
Address: 400 Rinkacho, Kyoto, 605-8686, Japan
Telephone: +81 75-531-2111

#53 among attractions in Kyoto

Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple, More...

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Facts and practical information

Chion-in in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan is the headquarters of the Jōdo-shū founded by Hōnen, who proclaimed that sentient beings are reborn in Amida Buddha's Western Paradise by reciting the nembutsu, Amida Buddha's name. ()

Local name: 知恩院 Coordinates: 35°0'14"N, 135°46'59"E

Address

400 RinkachoKyoto 605-8686 Japan

Contact

+81 75-531-2111

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Day trips

Chion-in – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kiyomizu-dera, National Museum of Modern Art, Yasaka Shrine, Yasaka-no-to Pagoda.

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Historic temple with picturesque views
Kiyomizu-dera, Kyoto
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Collection by contemporary local artists
National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto
16 min walk • Nestled in the cultural heart of Kyoto, the National Museum of Modern Art, commonly abbreviated as MoMAK, is a premier destination for art enthusiasts and a beacon of contemporary creativity. This esteemed institution, dedicated to the collection and exhibition of...
~1500 ftW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Yasaka Shrine, Kyoto
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Temple, Buddhist architecture
Yasaka-no-to Pagoda, Kyoto
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Tranquil Buddhist temple with gardens
Kōdai-ji, Kyoto
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Buddhist temple with tea and a Zen garden
Kennin-ji, Kyoto
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~1380 ftN
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Shōren-in, Kyoto
7 min walk • Shōren-in, a serene oasis nestled in the bustling city of Kyoto, Japan, is a historic temple that offers a tranquil retreat from the urban pace. Known for its intimate connection with the imperial family and its role as a residence for high-ranking monks, Shōren-in...
0.6 miN
Modern, compact zoo with a train
Kyoto City Zoo, Kyoto
17 min walk • Kyoto City Zoo is a zoo located in Sakyō ward, Kyoto and was established in 1903, making it the second oldest zoo in the country after Ueno Zoo in Tokyo. The Kyoto City Zoo is a member of the world Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
0.6 miN
Museum, Art museum
Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, Kyoto
15 min walk • The Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art is one of the oldest art museums in Japan. It is located in Okazaki Park in Sakyō-ku, Kyoto and opened in 1928 as a commemoration of Emperor Hirohito's coronation ceremony as it was initially called the Shōwa Imperial Coronation Art Museum of Kyoto.
~600 ftW
Urban park known for its cherry blossoms
Maruyama Park, Kyoto
3 min walk • Maruyama Park is a park in Kyoto, Japan. It is noted as the main center for cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto, and can get extremely crowded at that time of year. The park's star attraction is a weeping cherry tree which becomes lit up at night. It also becomes busy in the New Year's Eve Festivals.
0.6 miN
Museum, Art museum
Yūrinkan Museum, Kyoto
15 min walk • The Yūrinkan Museum or Fujii Saiseikai Yūrinkan is a private museum of East Asian art in Kyōto, Japan. Established in 1926 by entrepreneur and politician Fujii Zensuke, it is the second oldest private museum in Japan, after the Ōkura Shūkokan.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Chion-in open?

Chion-in is open:

Monday 9 am - 4 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 4 pm
Thursday 9 am - 4 pm
Friday 9 am - 4 pm
Saturday 9 am - 4 pm
Sunday 9 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Chion-in?

Nearby attractions include Maruyama Park, Kyoto (3 min walk), Kōdai-ji, Kyoto (6 min walk), Shōren-in, Kyoto (7 min walk), Ryōzen Kannon, Kyoto (8 min walk).

How to get to Chion-in by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chion-in:

Bus

Chionin Sanmon-mae • Lines: 京都岡崎ループ (4 min walk)
Shorenin-mae • Lines: 京都岡崎ループ (8 min walk)

Metro

Higashiyama • Lines: T (11 min walk)
Keage • Lines: T (13 min walk)

Train

Gion-shijo (16 min walk)
Sanjo (18 min walk)