Ginkaku-ji · Kyoto: visitor guide

East Kyoto · UNESCO · Zen

Although never clad in silver, it is a strong expression of wabi-sabi aesthetics. The upper garden path reveals a Kyoto view and makes a natural start to the Philosopher’s Path.

2 Ginkakuji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto

Mar–Nov 8:30am–5pm · Dec–Feb 9am–4:30pm

Adult ¥500

No reservation · Last entry is at closing time

At opening · Then continue to Philosopher’s Path

45–75 minutes

Keep narrow garden paths clear when stopping for photos.