Tofukuji
東福寺
At a glance
One of Kyoto's Five Great Zen Temples, founded 1236. The Sanmon gate — the oldest Zen main gate in Japan, built 1425 — stands at the entrance.
Getting there
JR Nara Line from Kyoto Station to Tofukuji (1 stop, 2 min), then 10-minute walk.
Best time to visit
Any season except November (too crowded). Morning. Spring for azaleas in the west garden.
Price
¥500–1,000
Nearby
- CICON Rooftop Bar Rooftop Bar
- Okaffe Roasting Park Cafe / Coffee
- Choraku-ji Temple
- Chion-in Temple
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