Kengō-in, Buddhist temple in Takagamine, Japan
Kengō-in temple stands on Takagamine Hill in Kyoto's Kita-ku district, featuring traditional architectural elements and multiple tea houses within its garden landscape.
The temple originated in 1201 through the combined efforts of Buddhist leader Shōkū and nobleman Kujō Michiie, establishing a spiritual center in northern Kyoto.
The temple grounds contain several tea houses, including Taikyo-an, which preserves the architectural style and ceremonial practices of Japanese tea traditions.
Visitors can reach the temple by taking the subway to Kitaoji Station and then boarding a bus to the Genko an-mae stop in northern Kyoto.
The temple maintains bamboo fences known as Koetsu-gaki and houses both Shaka Nyorai and Amida Nyorai statues from the Kamakura period.
Location: Kita-ku
Inception: 1201
Founders: Kujō Michiie, Shōkū
GPS coordinates: 35.05386,135.73153
Latest update: March 3, 2025 08:22
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