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Eikandō Zenrinji
Sight4.6 · 9 6834.7 · 1 752≈ 1 h 15 minEntry: ~600 JPY
Eikando, formally Zenrin-ji, is the head temple of a branch of the Jodo school, founded in the ninth century at the foot of Mount Daimonji. It is famous for the Mikaeri Amida statue, a Buddha that seems to glance back over its shoulder at worshippers. Eikando is regarded as Kyoto's finest spot for autumn maples: thousands of trees line the paths and reflect in the pond by the Tahoto pagoda. In season, lanterns light the garden after dark.
Highlights
- Mikaeri Amida, the 'looking back' Buddha statue
- Kyoto's most celebrated autumn maple foliage
- Hojo pond garden and Tahoto pagoda
- Evening illuminations during the maple season
Opening hours
| Mon | 09:00 – 16:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Wed | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Thu | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Fri | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Sat | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Sun | 09:00 – 16:00 |
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