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Jojakkoji Temple, Kyoto

A complete guide to Jojakkoji temple in Kyoto
Jojakkiji during autumn. Image Copyright: Ollie Ronin

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Overview

Jojakkoji is a 400-year-old (est. 1596) temple located on the hillside just 5 minutes from the famous bamboo grove in Arashiyama. It's one of the most beautiful temples in Arashiyama, featuring mossy gardens, a small viewpoint, a 12-meter-high pagoda, and hundreds of maple trees. It's famous among locals for its stunning autumn colours and impressive landscape design.


Although it's much calmer than the well-known Tenryuji Temple, its become more popular in recent years so you should expect it to be somewhat crowded during the peak autumn season. However, during the rest of the year it serves as a quiet retreat only 5 minutes walk from the busy bamboo forest.


Jojakkoji celebrates every season and is worth the visit throughout the year, you'll find cherry blossoms in spring, lush greenery in summer, and colourful maple leaves during autumn.



 


Location & Access

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Jojakkoji is located about 5 minutes from the bamboo forest, which is a 10-minute walk from the station.


🕗 Opening Hours

  • 9am - 5pm


📍 Location

💴 Entry Price

  • ¥500 per person



 


Seasons

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🌸 Cherry Blossoms

  • Late March to Early April


🍁 Autumn Leaves

  • Mid-November to Early December


☀️ Summer

  • June - August

  • Average temp. 32°C

  • Rainy season

  • Lush and green atmosphere


❄️ Winter

  • December - February

  • Snowfall: 1-3 times per year



 

Interesting Facts & History

 


Jojakkoji autumn pagoda
Image Source: Jojakko-ji.or.jp

  • Originally built in 1596

  • The pagoda dates from 1620 and is classified as an Important Cultural Property

  • Jojakkoji is also referred to as the "temple without walls"

  • The bell tower and temple bell were constructed in 1642



 


Nearby Attractions

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

Jojakkoji is surrounded by many of the amazing temples and attractions in Arashiyama. It's only a 5-minute walk from the bamboo grove and the Okochi Sanso Villa. Another 10 minutes of walking and you'll reach Arashiyama's famous Katsura the river where you'll find beautiful views and the Monkey Park. You can read a comprehensive guide to visiting Arashiyama here: A Complete Guide To Arashiyama



 


 

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