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Yoshimine-dera Temple

善峯寺

Address: 京都市西京区大原野小塩町1372

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History

Gensan established Yoshiminedera in 1029, enshrining a thousand-armed Kannon he had carved.

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Timeline

Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

1029
Foundation
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Explore the grounds

An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Kannon Hall
The main hall enshrines Thousand-armed Kannon.
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Sanmon Gate
The entrance gate was built in 1716.
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Monju Treasure Hall
Preserves temple art and cultural treasures.
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Bell Tower
The bell is known for warding off misfortune.
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Goma Hall
Dedicated to the Five Wisdom Kings.
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Yuryu Pine
A spreading pine designated a Natural Monument.
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Tahoto Pagoda
A pagoda dedicated to Aizen Myoo.
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Sutra Hall
The hall preserves a collection of Buddhist scriptures.
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Founder Hall
The mausoleum of the founder Gensan Shonin.
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Thirteen Buddhas Hall
One of the temple’s protective halls.
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Keishoin Mausoleum
The mausoleum preserves a lock of Keishoin’s hair.
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Shaka Hall
A hall dedicated to Shakyamuni Buddha.
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Inari Shrine
Dedicated to Inari Daimyojin.
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Yakushi Hall
A hilltop hall dedicated to Yakushi Buddha.
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Amida Hall
A hall for the practice of constant walking meditation.
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Visiting information

Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

Opening hours

Entry begins 08:30 weekdays and 08:00 weekends/holidays; the temple closes 17:00, with reception ending 16:45.

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Yoshimine-dera Temple

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History

Timeline

Foundation

Explore the grounds

Kannon Hall

Sanmon Gate

Monju Treasure Hall

Bell Tower

Goma Hall

Yuryu Pine

Tahoto Pagoda

Sutra Hall

Founder Hall

Thirteen Buddhas Hall

Keishoin Mausoleum

Shaka Hall

Inari Shrine

Yakushi Hall

Amida Hall

Visiting information

Opening hours