Shinsenen, Kyoto

Name: Shinsenen
Address: Monzencho, Oike-dori Shisenencho Higashi-iru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8306, Japan
Telephone: +81 75-821-1466

#77 among attractions in Kyoto

Buddhist architecture, Temple, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites, More...

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Shinsenen is a Shingon Japanese Buddhist temple located south of Nijō Castle in the approximate center of the modern city of Kyoto, Honshu, Japan. It was founded by Kūkai in 824 and predominantly consists of a large water garden centering about a pond. It is said to be the oldest existing garden in Kyoto. ()

Local name: 神泉苑 Completed: 826 (1198 years ago)Coordinates: 35°0'43"N, 135°44'53"E

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Monzencho, Oike-dori Shisenencho Higashi-iru, Nakagyo-kuKyoto 604-8306 Japan

Contact

+81 75-821-1466

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Day trips

Shinsenen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Nijō Castle, Kyoto International Manga Museum, Sentō Imperial Palace, Kyoto Gyoen.

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Street
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Shinsenen?

Nearby attractions include Nijō Castle, Kyoto (5 min walk), Heian Palace, Kyoto (10 min walk), Kyoto International Manga Museum, Kyoto (16 min walk), Kyoto Art Center, Kyoto (19 min walk).

How to get to Shinsenen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Shinsenen:

Bus

Shinsenen-mae • Lines: 62, 63, 65, 66, 67 (2 min walk)
Nijojo-mae • Lines: 101 (7 min walk)

Metro

Nijojo-mae • Lines: T (4 min walk)
Nijo • Lines: T (9 min walk)

Train

Nijo (10 min walk)
Omiya (15 min walk)

Light rail

Shijō - ōmiya • Lines: A (16 min walk)
Nisiōji - Sanjō • Lines: A (25 min walk)

Tram

Sai • Lines: A (26 min walk)