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Enkō-ji Temple
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Enkō-ji Temple

圓光寺

Address
京都市左京区一乗寺小谷町13番地
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History

Tokugawa Ieyasu established Enkoji in Fushimi as a school in 1601 with Sanyo Genkitsu as its first head.

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Timeline

Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

  1. 1601

    Foundation

    Azuchi–MomoyamaRecorded event
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Explore the grounds

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

Numbered buildings have unconfirmed names and uses.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.
Landmarks on this map
  1. Honryu Garden

    White sand and rocks evoke clouds and a dragon.

  2. Ten Ox Garden

    A pond garden inspired by the Ten Oxherding Pictures.

  3. Seiryu Pond

    The pond lies south of the Ten Ox Garden.

  4. Banryukutsu Meditation Hall

    A hall used for seated Zen meditation.

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Visiting information

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Reservations

Timed reservations are required for special autumn viewing from 10 November through 10 December 2026; booking opens 20 October.

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