Temple · Kitano / Nishijin
Daihoonji Temple (Senbon Shakado) 大報恩寺
Temple near Kitano Tenmangu whose main hall, completed in 1227, is the oldest building in central Kyoto and a National Treasure.
Hours9:00-17:00 (treasure hall entry by 16:00)
Getting thereCity bus Kamishichiken, 4 min walk
Time needed30-60 min
Best timeEarly December (daikon-daki)
AddressMizomaecho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto 602-8319
Websitedaihoonji.jp
About
Daihoonji, known as Senbon Shakado, survived the Onin War and the fires that destroyed most of old Kyoto. Its treasure hall holds National Treasure statues of six Kannon by the Kei school and Important Cultural Property figures of the Buddha's ten disciples. The temple is known for the Okame legend and its December daikon-cooking event.
Highlights
- Main hall (National Treasure), oldest building in central Kyoto
- Six Kannon statues (National Treasures)
- Ten great disciples by Kaikei (Important Cultural Properties)
- Daikon-daki radish event in December
Tips
- Grounds free; main hall and treasure hall are paid
- Enter the treasure hall by 16:00
- 4 min walk from Kamishichiken bus stop
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