Byōdō-in, Buddhist temple in Uji, Japan
The Phoenix Hall stands at the center of the temple complex, featuring a central hall with twin wing corridors beside a reflective pond.
Originally constructed as a villa in 998, Fujiwara no Yorimichi transformed the property into a Buddhist temple complex in 1052.
The main hall contains an Amida Buddha statue by sculptor Jocho, demonstrating the refined artistic techniques of the Heian Period.
The temple opens daily from 8:30 to 17:30, with the Phoenix Hall available for viewing between 9:50 and 15:50.
The temple appears on Japanese 10 yen coins, displaying the Phoenix Hall mirrored in the adjacent pond.
Location: Uji
Inception: 1052
Founders: Fujiwara no Yorimichi, Myōson
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Part of: Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, Shinbutsu Reijō Junpai no Michi
Address: 京都府宇治市宇治蓮華116 611-0021
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 08:30-17:30
Phone: +81774212861
Website: https://byodoin.or.jp
GPS coordinates: 34.88944,135.80778
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:03
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