Sanjūsangen-dō · Kyoto: visitor guide

20 Must-Visit Temples in Kyoto

Higashiyama · Near Kyoto Museum · Tendai · 1,001 Kannon statues

Sanjūsangen-dō

Noticing the subtle differences among the statues is central to the visit. Opposite Kyoto National Museum, it is particularly useful for a rainy-day route.

657 Sanjusangendo-mawari, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto

1 Apr–15 Nov 8:30am–5pm · 16 Nov–31 Mar 9am–4pm · Last entry 30 min before

Adult ¥600

No reservation

At opening or 60 min before closing

45–60 minutes

Photography of the statues inside the main hall is strictly prohibited.

Sanjūsangen-dō · Official visitor information · Open in Google Maps

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