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Daitoku-ji Temple

Buddhist temple · Kyoto-shi ·

Daitoku-ji Temple

Buddhist temple · Kyoto-shi ·
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The Beautiful Temples and Gardens of Kyoto (Updated 2025)

"Spanning almost 60 acres, the Daitoku-ji temple complex dates back to 1315 CE; although the original was damaged by fire in the 15th century, it was rebuilt in 1474. The temple's history is deeply linked to the Japanese tea ceremony, as several of the country's most noteworthy tea masters studied there. It's open daily from 9am–4:30pm and admission is 400 JPY." - Matthew Kepnes

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Zen temple complex with serene gardens, tea ceremonies, and bonsai

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bonsai garden
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Zen temple complex with serene gardens, tea ceremonies, and bonsai

zen gardens
peaceful
serene
zazen meditation
temple complex
calm
beautiful gardens
bonsai garden
Google Rating
4.3 (2.8K)
Yelp Rating
4.4
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53 Murasakino Daitokujicho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8231, Japan Get directions

Restroom
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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