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Jūrin-ji, Buddhist temple in Nishikyo District, Kyoto, Japan

The temple grounds feature a distinctive garden called Sanpo Fugan, encircled by elevated corridors, a tea room, and palatial structures.

Founded in 850 by Emperor Montoku for his consort's safe childbirth prayers, the temple houses a statue of Enmei Jizo Bodhisattva created by Dengyo Daishi.

The temple earned its nickname 'Narihira Temple' from the renowned Heian period poet Ariwara no Narihira, who spent his final years at this location.

Located at 481 Oharano Oshiocho, the temple opens daily from 9:00 to 17:00, with an entrance fee of 400 yen for general admission.

A 200-year-old weeping cherry tree known as 'Narihira Sakura' creates a natural canopy over the central garden during spring blooming season.

Location: Nishikyō Ward

Inception: 850

Founders: Montoku

Part of: site sacré de Kyoto Rakusai Kannon

Address: 京都府京都市西京区大原野小塩町481

GPS coordinates: 34.94439,135.65719

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:51

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