Buddhist templeKyoto

Shōren-in Temple

青蓮院

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Shōren-in developed from Shōrenbō, an early Heian monastic residence on Mount Hiei, into a Tendai monzeki temple.

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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

Kachōden Guest Hall
Guest hall overlooking the garden, with lotus paintings on its sliding doors.
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Kogosho Hall
Former residential hall associated with the head priest and retired empress.
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Shijōkōdō Main Hall
Main hall enshrining the hidden Shijōkō Nyorai mandala.
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Shinden Hall
Principal ceremonial hall honoring emperors and successive head priests.
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Imperial Visit Gate
Relocated palace gate that survived the temple’s 1893 fire.
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Nagaya Gate
Relocated palace gate beside the approach to the visiting entrance.
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Uegamidō Hall
Hall preserving hair associated with Shinran’s ordination.
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Kōbuntei Tea House
Restored tea house associated with retired Empress Go-Sakuramachi’s study.
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Ryūshin Pond
Garden pond with a large central stone resembling a dragon’s back.
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Bell Tower
Temple bell tower on the western side of the grounds.
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Ukon Tachibana Tree
Traditional tachibana tree paired with a cherry tree before Shinden Hall.
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Sakon Cherry Tree
Traditional cherry tree paired with a tachibana tree before Shinden Hall.
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Check before you go

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

Daytime admission is 09:00–17:00, with entry ending at 16:30.

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