Jūnen-ji, Buddhist temple in Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan.
The temple features several buildings including a main hall, Bishamon-do, and Godai-do, with multiple stone steps leading to its entrance.
Originally established as a priest lodge by Prince Shina of Emperor Gokameyama in 1431, the temple moved to its current location in 1591.
The temple maintains a collection of sixteen National Treasures, including ancient manuscripts and the Name List of Abhisheka created in 812.
Visitors can reach the temple by taking a five-minute walk from the Kawaramachi Imadegawa bus stop of Kyoto City Bus service.
The temple offers a ritual where visitors throw clay plates from cliffs overlooking the Kiyotaki River to attract good fortune.
Location: Kyoto
GPS coordinates: 35.03311,135.76689
Latest update: March 5, 2025 01:02
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