Trek Zone

Shōkoku-ji, Kyoto

#64 among attractions in Kyoto

Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple
Shōkoku-ji

Facts and practical information

Local name: 相国寺 Completed: 1382 (642 years ago)Coordinates: 35°1'59"N, 135°45'43"E
Address

Karasumadori-Higashiiru, Imadegawa-cho, Kamigyo-kuKyoto 602-0033 Japan

Contact
+81 75-231-0301
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Day trips

Shōkoku-ji – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Shimogamo Shrine, Kyoto State Guest House, Sentō Imperial Palace, Kyoto Gyoen.

  • shimogamo shrine kyoto0.7 miNE
  • kyoto state guest house0.6 miS
  • sento imperial palace kyoto0.8 miS
  • kyoto gyoen0.7 miS
  • kitamura museum kyoto0.5 miSE
  • seimei shrine kyoto0.7 miSW
  • shirakumo shrine kyoto0.8 miS
  • kyoto university museum1.1 miE
  • honpo ji kyoto0.6 miW
  • st agnes cathedral kyoto0.9 miS
  • kyoto city archaeological museum0.7 miW

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Shōkoku-ji open?

Shōkoku-ji is open:
  • Monday 10 am - 4 pm
  • Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
  • Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
  • Friday 10 am - 4 pm
  • Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
  • Sunday 10 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Shōkoku-ji?

Nearby attractions include Doshisha University, Kyoto (5 min walk), Doshisha Women's College of Liberal Arts, Kyoto (7 min walk), Kitamura Museum, Kyoto (14 min walk), Shiramine Shrine, Kyoto (14 min walk).

How to get to Shōkoku-ji by public transport?

The nearest stations to Shōkoku-ji:

Metro
  • Imadegawa • Lines: K (8 min walk)
  • Kuramaguchi • Lines: K (9 min walk)

Bus
  • Karasuma Imadegawa • Lines: 51 (8 min walk)
  • 同志社前 • Lines: 201 (8 min walk)

Train
  • Demachiyanagi (17 min walk)
  • Mototanaka (28 min walk)

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