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Shōkoku-ji Temple

相国寺

Address: 京都市上京区相国寺門前町701

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History

Ashikaga Yoshimitsu’s Shokokuji complex was completed in 1392 after about a decade of construction.

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Timeline

Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

1392
Construction completed
MuromachiRecorded event
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About the era labels

Browse places by founding, rebuilding, and other events in each historical era.

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

Dharma Hall
A monumental hall rebuilt with Toyotomi Hideyoris support.
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Hojo
The abbots residence stands north of the Dharma Hall.
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Founders Hall
The hall honors founding master Muso Soseki.
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Kuri
The monastic kitchen building has a prominent gabled entrance.
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Bathhouse
The historic bathhouse is also known as Senmyo.
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Main Gate
The everyday entrance stands beside the ceremonial imperial gate.
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Imperial Gate
This ceremonial gate normally remains closed.
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Sutra Tower
The rebuilt tower also serves as a sutra repository.
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Benten Shrine
A small shrine southwest of the founders hall honors Benzaiten.
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Sotan Inari Shrine
A shrine associated with the temples Sotan fox legend.
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Tenkyoro Bell Tower
Its friendship bell was donated from Kaifeng in China.
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Jotenkaku Museum
The temple museum presents its Buddhist and artistic collections.
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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

The advertised special viewing is 10:00–16:00, reception ending at 16:00 and gates closing 16:30. This viewing is available only during special openings.

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Shōkoku-ji Temple

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History

Timeline

Construction completed

Explore the grounds

Dharma Hall

Hojo

Founders Hall

Kuri

Bathhouse

Main Gate

Imperial Gate

Sutra Tower

Benten Shrine

Sotan Inari Shrine

Tenkyoro Bell Tower

Jotenkaku Museum

Visiting information

Opening hours