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Bentendo
Daigoji is a temple complex in southeastern Kyoto, which has been designated an UNESCO world heritage site.
Sanboin is a large wooden building constructed in 1115 as the residence of Daigoji's archbishop. It includes a beautiful Japanese garden which was built for Toyotomi Hideyoshi's famous hanami (cherry blossom viewing) party of 1598.
In the Shimo-Daigo area of Daigoji stand most temple halls and structures including Kyoto's oldest building, a five storied pagoda dating from 951, and the Bentendo, a much photographed small temple hall to the goddess Benten.
If you want to see more, you can hike up to Kami-Daigo, the place where Daigoji was originally founded. The walk up takes about 45 minutes.
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Daigoji is the last station on the Tozai Subway Line. From the station, it is a 15 minute walk to the temple.
From Kyoto Station, take the JR Tokaido, Kosei or Biwako Line to Yamashina Station, where you can transfer to the Tozai Subway Line.
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Guest Inn Chita
A small traditional inn run by a very kind staff. From 3500yen per guest. 10 min from Kyoto Station. Renewed in 2006.
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Gion Hatanaka
A real Japanese inn in a quiet area of Gion, famous for Geisha. 15min walk to Kiyomizu-dera. 5min to Yasaka-jinja.
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Backpackers Hostel K's House Kyoto
Voted No.1 hostel in Asia by Hostelworld customers. 9 mins walk from JR Kyoto station Bed from 2,500 yen.
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Ryokan Kinoe
A comfort ryokan in Gion District. Quality services. 5 min to Gion Corner, Yasaka Jinja. Ponto-cho, Kiyomizu-dera nearby.
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bAKpAK Kyoto Hostel
Funky, hip, & most centrally located hostel in downtown Kyoto city, right in midst of everything you need for your vacation!
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Tomiya Ryokan
A traditional Japanese inn located 2 min walk from Kyoto Station. Close to bus terminal for all the attractions.
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