| Kyoto Winter Special 2008 |
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Special Viewings -- Only During Kyoto Winter Special 2008 Hidden cultural heritage sites, normally not open to the public, will be open for viewing during the event. During Kyoto Winter Special 2008, 10 temples will open their cultural heritages to the public.
For 9 weeks, from January 12 - March 18, 2007 (*excluding Toji Temple Kanjo-in Temple). All viewings are for culturally valuable items. This is a wonderful opportunity for gaining a deeper understanding of Kyoto's culture. |
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| 9 weeks, from January 12 – March 18, 2007. *Toji Temple Kanjo-in Temple will open from January 20. |
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| 10:00 – 16:00*Toji Temple Pagoda, Chishaku-in Temple are open from 9:00 – 16:00, Toji Temple Kanjo-in Temple is open 9:30 – 16:00, and Rokuharamitsuji is open 9:00 – 16:30. |
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600 yen (10% discount for groups over 15). *Please note that Toji Temple Pagoda and Chishaku-in Temple are 800 yen (includes normal admission) |
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On-site guidance is available in Japanese. Groups under 15 people do not need a reservation. Be aware that some temple hours may differ.
* Some temples may be closed for Buddhist services without notice. |
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Shokoku-ji Temple
Kaisan-do/Hatto |
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The Kaisan-do houses the ancient tablets and image of the founder of the temple. |
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Shokoku-ji Temple
Zuishun-in Temple |
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Zuishun-in is a subsidiary temple of Shokoku-ji Temple located north of the Kyoto Imperial Gardens. |
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To-ji Temple
Pagoda |
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The pagoda is a Buddhist structure, and To-ji’s pagoda is Japan’s most famous. |
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To-ji Temple
Kanjo-in Temple |
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In the southwest of To-ji Temple lies Kanjo-in (Important Cultural Property). |
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Chishaku-in Temple
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The bold “Sakura”, centered around Japan’s renowned cherry trees, was painted by Tohaku Hasegawa’s son Kyuzo when he was 25. |
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Chion-in Temple
Sanmon |
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Sanmon Gate was built in 1621 by the Tokugawa Shogunate. It is supposed to be the gateway to enlightenment. |
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Chion-in Temple
Kyozo/Seishi-do |
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The Scripture House (Important Cultural Property) is a repository Buddhist scriptures, the teachings of Buddha. |
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| Rokudochinno-ji Temple |
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On the grounds is a statue of Zonzo Yakushi, an extremely important Buddhist figure. |
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| Rokuharamitsu-ji Temple |
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The repository contains images of Kiyonori no Taira and Kuya, both Important Cultural Artifacts, and many famous treasures. |
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| Ryuhon-ji Temple |
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In the Main Hall lies a series of famous painted partitions by Shiko Watanabe, a unique artist drawing in the popular Rinpa style of the mid-Edo Period. |
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Displayed information is as of September 5th, 2007. and is subject to change without notice.
The imformation above is an offer from Kyoto Tourism Council. |
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