Ninna-ji Temple

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Ninna-ji Temple was founded in 888 and is a Buddhist temple in northeast Kyoto that is closely associated with the imperial family of Japan.

Overview

Address

33 Omuroouchi, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8092 (Directions)

Hours

9:00 - 17:00 Closed now

Opening Hours

Monday 9:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 9:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 9:00 - 17:00
Thursday 9:00 - 17:00
Friday 9:00 - 17:00
Saturday 9:00 - 17:00
Sunday 9:00 - 17:00
Holidays 9:00 - 17:00

Website

https://ninnaji.jp/en/

What's unique

  • UNESCO World Heritage Site

General Amenities

  • Free guides/pamphlets
  • Information Counter

Access

5-minute walk from Omuro Ninnaji Station (Keifuku Kitano Line) 30-minute bus ride from Kyoto Station (JR bus)

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