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Daitoku-ji Temple
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Buddhist templeKyoto

Daitoku-ji Temple

大徳寺

Address
京都府京都市北区紫野大徳寺町53
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History

Ikkyu revived Daitokuji after much of its complex was destroyed during the Onin War.

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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

  1. Buddha Hall

    The hall enshrines Shakyamuni Buddha.

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  2. Dharma Hall

    The temple’s hall for teaching and Zen dialogue.

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  3. Sanmon Gate

    Sen no Rikyu added the upper storey.

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  4. Hojo

    The abbot’s quarters are a National Treasure.

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  5. Karamon Gate

    A National Treasure gate before the Hojo.

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  6. Imperial Envoy Gate

    A gate used by imperial envoys.

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  7. Sutra Repository

    A storehouse for Buddhist scriptures.

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  8. Bell Tower

    The temple bell is rung in the evening.

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  9. Bath House

    The historic temple bath was rebuilt in 1622.

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Visiting information

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Access & etiquette

Main-monastery viewing is unavailable except special openings; the grounds may be walked, while subtemples arrange their own viewing.

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