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Chionin is the head temple of the Jodo (Pure Land) sect of Japanese Buddhism. The Jodo sect was founded by Honen in the year 1175, and due to its relatively simple teachings, attracted large numbers of followers among the commoners and remains one of the largest Buddhist sects today.
Chionin was built in 1234, but the currently oldest buildings date from the 17th century. Among them is the Sanmon gate, Japan's largest temple gate, standing 24 meters tall. Another record breaking property on the temple grounds, Japan's largest bell weights more than several city buses combined.
Temple Gate
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Temple Bell
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Chionin is located immediately north of Maruyama Park and Yasaka Shrine. The closest subway station is Higashiyama Station on the Tozai Line.
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| Hours: | Temple grounds are always open | | Closed: | No closing days | | Admission: | Free |
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Popularity of Chionin Temple:
Users who have been to Kyoto: 1925
Users who have been to Chionin Temple: 231 23rd of 46 most visited sights in Kyoto.
99th of 554 most visited sights nationwide.
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japan-guide.com Rating:
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outstanding
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User Rating (by 119 users):
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81/100
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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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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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