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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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53 Murasakino Daitokujicho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8231, Japan Get directions

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53 Murasakino Daitokujicho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8231, Japan Get directions

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