Place of worship • 30 Ginkakujichō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8402, Japan
Jodo-in is a small temple that stands near the famous Ginkaku-ji in Kyoto. Its history dates back to the Heian period and it has deep connections with the imperial family and nobility. Stepping into the temple grounds envelops visitors in the essence of Kyoto.
Originally established in 986 as a Tendai sect Jodo-ji, Jodo-in had strong ties with the imperial family as Princess Ariake became a nun and her son Meikyu entered the temple. It received donations from the Konoe family and the Ashikaga shogunate, gaining support from the aristocracy.
Jodo-in, also known as “Daimonji-ji”, manages the Goma-ki for the famous Daimonji festival in summer. By receiving a Goshuin, visitors can also learn about the history of the Gozan no Okuribi. A visit here allows one to truly experience the summer in Kyoto.
Within the small temple grounds, the statue of Lady Tango (Takakai no Eiko) is enshrined. This was where she spent her later years, being praised for her beauty, allowing visitors to reminisce the nobility of the Heian period. Additionally, the carefully maintained dry landscape garden emits a quiet and serene atmosphere.
Jodo-in, filled with the spirit of history and culture, is a hidden gem of Kyoto, slightly off the bustling path to Ginkaku-ji. Why not escape the hustle and bustle for a while, and feel the weight and tranquility of time?
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