Emily Thompson
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Audio Guide Kodaiji Temple

Duration: 28 min
Kodaiji Temple
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Audio guide Kodaiji Temple in English

In this audio guide, Emily Thompson takes you through Kodaiji Temple telling the story as you walk. In your accent, no need to read signs — just let your eyes take in what's in front of you.

What you'll hear inside Kodaiji Temple:

  • 1
    Kaisan-do (Founder's Hall)

    The principal memorial hall dedicated to venerating the temple's founders.

  • 2
    Otamaya Mausoleum

    Mausoleum housing Toyotomi Hideyoshi and his wife Nene, renowned for its ornamental Kodaiji lacquerware in the Momoyama style.

  • 3
    Kodaiji Zen Gardens

    Gardens designed by Kobori Enshu featuring ponds, Japanese maples, dragon-shaped bridges and dry gardens that symbolise the ocean.

  • 4
    Iho-an Tea House

    One of two rustic tea houses designed by Sen no Rikyu, the master of Japanese tea ceremony.

  • 5
    Hashin-tei (Gravel Garden)

    A zen garden of raked gravel that evokes the vastness of the ocean, particularly captivating in spring.

  • 6
    Bamboo Grove

    A serene bamboo forest that provides a cool, tranquil refuge perfect for peaceful contemplation.

  • 7
    Hojo (Main Hall)

    The temple's principal hall, reconstructed following fires, housing significant artworks and calligraphy.

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Practical information

Japón, 〒605-0825 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Shimokawarachō, 高台寺下河原町526
Opening hoursMonday: 09:00 - 17:00 Tuesday: 09:00 - 17:00 Wednesday: 09:00 - 17:00 Thursday: 09:00 - 17:00 Friday: 09:00 - 17:00 Saturday: 09:00 - 17:00 Sunday: 09:00 - 17:00
$Free entry
Official website+81 75-561-9966See more on Google Maps

Editorial summary

Entorno tranquilo con templo budista y jardines, además de salones de té y festivales de luces de temporada.

— Google

Google Maps reviews of this place

Reviews posted by visitors on Google Maps.

J
Jimena Reyes

No tenía tiempo para ir hasta Arashiyama al bosque de bambú y en este templo había uno, así que entré y no me arrepiento, el jardín zen es hermoso, hay una vista linda a una pagoda, el bosque de bambú aunque es pequeño se disfruta bastante y no está masificado como en Arashiyama. Además la historia del templo es bellísima, me conmovió bastante. Fue construido por Nene (también conocida como Kōdai-in), la esposa principal de Toyotomi Hideyoshi, uno de los grandes unificadores de Japón. Tras la muerte de Hideyoshi en 1598, Nene decidió convertirse en monja budista y mandó edificar el templo como un lugar para rezar por el alma de su esposo y rendirle homenaje.

H
Hector Santelices

Este templo lo disfruté mucho más que los más famosos por la poca cantidad de gente y la belleza del recorrido , tiene unas estatuas que me dejaron con los pelos en punta sientes que te están mirando . Además del pequeño bosque de bambú

R
Raiken Zero

Un lugar de mucha importancia, ya que fue fundado por Nene, la esposa de Toyotomi Hideyoshi, uno de los padres unificadores de Japón. Ella tuvo mucha importancia en la vida política del país y posteriormente fundaría este templo, actualmente ella está consagrada aquí.

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7 points of interest included
  • 1.Kaisan-do (Founder's Hall)
  • 2.Otamaya Mausoleum
  • 3.Kodaiji Zen Gardens
  • 4.Iho-an Tea House
  • 5.Hashin-tei (Gravel Garden)
  • 6.Bamboo Grove
  • 7.Hojo (Main Hall)

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