Sanzen-in

The temple complex includes two gardens, Yusei-en and Shuheki-en, featuring stone sculptures, ponds, and moss-covered grounds throughout its extensive paths.

Founded between 782 and 806 by Saicho, the temple relocated from Mount Hiei to its current location in Ohara after the Onin War of 1467.

The Amida Hall contains a National Treasure, the Amida Trinity statue, with both Bodhisattvas displaying the distinctive Yamato-zuwari sitting position.

The temple opens daily from 9:00 to 17:00 between March and October, with modified hours during winter months, and offers sutra copying experiences.

The temple grounds feature stone sculptures of child-like Jizo statues created by artist Takashi Sugimura among the moss-covered landscape.

Location: Sakyō-ku

Founders: Saichō

Fee: Yes

Part of: 49 svetih mest Saigokuja Jakušija, Kinki Thirty-six Fudoson Sacred Ground

Address: 〒601-1242 京都市左京区大原来迎院町540

Opening Hours: March 01-December 07 Monday-Sunday 08:30-17:30; December 08-February 29 Monday-Sunday 09:00-16:30

Phone: +81757442531

Website: http://sanzenin.or.jp/en

GPS coordinates: 35.11972,135.83444

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:52