basic information

Kodaiji is one of the many outstanding temples in Kyoto's Higashiyama district.

It was constructed in 1605 in memory of Toyotomi Hideyoshi by the great political leader's wife. Besides fine temple halls, Kodaiji features a small bamboo grove and a landscape garden with tea houses, designed by leading, contemporary masters.

Beautiful, Zen style illumination shows are held in Kodaiji's garden during certain times of the year.

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how to get there

Kodaiji is located in the Higashiyama district between Yasaka Shrine and Kiyomizudera.

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hours and fees

Hours:	9:00 to 17:30 (entry until 17:00)
Closed:	No closing days
Admission:	600 yen

news and reports

	Kyoto Cherry Blossom Report April 15, 2009
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travel community

Users who have been to Kyoto: 1603
Users who have been to Kodaiji Temple: 328

13th of 45 most visited sights in Kyoto.
48th of 509 most visited sights nationwide.

Rating by users:		recommended (84/100, 175 votes)
Rating by staff:		recommended
Overall Rating:		outstanding

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hotels & ryokan

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. Ryokan Hirashin 3min walk to Shijo Karasuma Sta. Spacious Japanese-style rooms. 140 years of history. Public baths renovated in 2006. Hotel Sugicho A ryokan in the center of Kyoto town. From 4000yen. 4 train stations are within walking distance. Try the Kyoto Kaiseki. 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. Gion Hatanaka A real Japanese inn in a quiet area of Gion, famous for Geisha. 15min walk to Kiyomizu-dera. 5min to Yasaka-jinja.

tours and packages

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