Eikandō Temple, Kyoto
The Eikan-do Temple is the headquarters of the Seizan branch of the Jōdoshū Buddhist sect, and features an unusual wooden statue of the Amida Buddha, Mikaeri Amida, that looks to the right rather than facing forward.
The Eikan-do Temple is the headquarters of the Seizan branch of the Jōdoshū Buddhist sect, and features an unusual wooden statue of the Amida Buddha, Mikaeri Amida, that looks to the right rather than facing forward. The temple grounds also feature a Tahoto pagoda which has several Buddhist paintings, and a lake.
Hours
Sun
9:00
17:00
Mon
9:00
17:00
Tue
9:00
17:00
Wed
9:00
17:00
Thu
9:00
17:00
Fri
9:00
17:00
Sat
9:00
17:00
About Eikandō Temple
48 Eikandocho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 606-8445, Japan
+81 75-761-0007
Eikandō Temple and Nearby Sights on Map
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The Kounji Temple is known for its shakkei gardens which frame the Higashiyama hills
Nanzenji Temple
Sen-oku Hakuko Kan
Anraku-ji
The Anraku-ji Temple presents a breathtaking sight in cherry blossom season and autumn, which are the only times it is accessible to the public
Honen-in
Honen-in is a Jodoshu temple built in 1680 to honor the priest Honen
Kyoto City Zoo
Philosopher's Walk
Shinshōgokuraku-ji