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Eikando (Zenrinji Temple)

Famous place called [Eikando (Zenrinji)] of maple

Founded in 853. The official name is "Zenrinji", and it started when Shinjo Sozu, a disciple of Kobo Daishi (Kukai), built a training hall for Shingon Esoteric Buddhism. It was turned into the Jodo Nenbutsu Dojo by the seventh chief priest, Yokan Risshi. Eikan devoted himself to charitable activities, such as building medical facilities for the needy within the precincts. The common name [Eikando] is derived from Eikan Ritsushi. The precincts are lined with halls connected by corridors, and the statue of Amida Nyorai in the main hall is known as 'Mikaeri Amida Nyorai' with its face facing diagonally behind. Since ancient times, it has been known as the Eikando of maple trees, and is a famous spot for autumn leaves.

Autumn leaves season information

  • Best time to see/usually mid-November to late November
    Autumn special viewing
    Period of visitation / November 11 (Monday) to December 8 (Sunday), 2024
    Visiting hours/9:00-17:00 (Last entry/16:00)
    Admission fee: 1000 yen for adults, 400 yen for elementary, middle and high school students
    Discounts are available for disabled persons with a disability certificate. Must present the certificate at the counter.
    Light Up"
    Period of visitation / November 11 (Monday) to December 1 (Sunday), 2024
    Hours: 17:30 - 21:00 (last admission at 20:30)
    Entrance fee: 700 yen for junior high school students and older
    *No discount is available for lighting up.

Eikando (Zenrinji Temple)

  • eikandou (zenrinji)
  • 48 Eikandocho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 3-minute walk from the bus stop "Nanzenji Eikando-michi"
  • Tel.075-761-0007
  • Parking lot available (except during the autumn temple treasure exhibition period)
  • http://www.eikando.or.jp/

  • [Normal visit]
    Visiting hours/9:00-17:00 (Last entry/16:00) *Open all year round
    Admission fee: 600 yen for adults, 400 yen for elementary, middle and high school students
*Please note that the information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
*Since this site uses automatic translation, the translation may differ from the original Japanese content.

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