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Sanzen-in, Kyoto

#67 among attractions in Kyoto

Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple
Sanzen-in

Facts and practical information

Local name: 三千院 Completed: 804 (1221 years ago)Coordinates: 35°7'11"N, 135°50'2"E
Address

540 Ohara Raikoin-cho, Sakyo-kuKyoto 601-1242 Japan

Contact
+81 75-744-2531
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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Shugakuin Imperial Villa, Enryaku-ji, Hiyoshi Taisha, Kurama-dera.

  • shugakuin imperial villa kyoto4.9 miS
  • enryaku ji otsu3.4 miS
  • hiyoshi taisha otsu3.7 miSE
  • kurama dera kyoto3.6 miW
  • shisen do kyoto5.7 miS
  • kibune shrine kyoto4 miW
  • manshu in kyoto5.2 miS
  • miyake hachimangu kyoto4.2 miSW
  • saginomori shrine kyoto location map
    5.2 miS
  • hiyoshi tosho gu otsu location map
    3.9 miSE
  • mount kurama kyoto3.7 miW

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Sanzen-in open?

Sanzen-in is open:
  • Monday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Friday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Sanzen-in?

Nearby attractions include Hōsen-in, Kyoto (4 min walk), Jakko-in, Kyoto (21 min walk).

How to get to Sanzen-in by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sanzen-in:

Bus
  • Ohara • Lines: 16, 17, 18, 19, 55, 特16, 特17 (8 min walk)
  • Ohara Gakko-mae • Lines: 19 (8 min walk)

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