Renkyū-ji

Renkyū-ji is a Buddhist temple in Shimogyō-ku with a main hall for Buddhist practices and a distinctive red gate marking the entrance. The grounds contain several buildings and spaces arranged for meditation and ceremonies.

The temple was founded in 1661 during the Edo period and reflects the spread of Nichiren Buddhism in the Kyoto region. This era saw the establishment of many temples that followed this particular Buddhist tradition.

The red gate was donated by Yoshino Dayu, a notable figure from the Shimabara district. This gift reflects how the local community supported the temple and showed their connection to the place.

The temple is about seven minutes on foot from Tambaguchi Station and easily accessible. Visitors can enter the grounds and participate in regular ceremonies or explore the spaces at their own pace.

The grounds contain a contemporary tree burial cemetery that adapts traditional Buddhist practices to modern needs. This approach shows how the temple has found new ways to serve its community in the present day.

Location: Shimogyō-ku

Inception: 1661

Address: 京都市下京区 下松屋町通 五条下る 薮之内町607

GPS coordinates: 34.99569,135.74850

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:24