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- Kinkaku-ji (Rokuon-ji) Temple
This temple is famous for the Golden Pavilion, whose second and third stories are covered in pure gold leaf.
Officially named Rokuon-ji Temple, this temple is commonly referred to as Kinkaku-ji, which takes its name from the Kinkaku Golden Pavilion that is covered in pure gold leaf. The golden building reflecting on the surrounding pond is picturesque and gorgeous.
| HOURS | 9:00am-5:00pm |
|---|---|
| COST | Adults 400 yen | Elementary/Middle School Students 300 yen |
| ADDRESS | 1 Kinkakujicho, Kita-ku, Kyoto-shi |
| ACCESS | Near Kinkakuji-michi bus stop. 35 min. ride on City Bus #205 bound for Nishinokyo Enmachi/Kinkakuji-michi from JR Kyoto Station. |
| TEL | 075-461-0013 |
| WEBSITE | http://www.shokoku-ji.jp/ |
| CREDIT CARD | Not accepted |
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