Shojiji Temple

Shojiji Temple（勝持寺） was founded in 680 by Enno Gyoja at the order of Emperor Temmu.It is also said to be the place where Ashikaga Takauji stopped by on his way to attack Rokuhara, saying that “winning and holding” was a good omen.

Shojiji Temple

In 1140, Satou Norikiyo, a samurai, was ordained and entered Shojiji Temple, where he changed his name to Saigyo.There is a Saigyo cherry tree (the third generation), which is said to have been planted by Saigyo Houshi himself.From the Saigyo cherry blossoms, Shojiji Temple came to be known as the “Temple of Flowers.

Shojiji Temple

Both cherry and maple trees are beautiful here. You can walk from Shojiji Temple to Shoboji Temple via Oharano Shrine.

Shojiji Temple

To get to Shojiji Temple from Kyoto Station, ride from JR Kyoto Station to Mukomachi Station (approx. 8 minutes), from JR Mukomachi Station bus stop to Minamikasuga-cho bus stop (approx. 25 minutes), and walk approx. 20 minutes from the bus stop.

Shojiji Temple

Shojiji Temple Map

opening hours	9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.※Registration closes at 4:00 p.m.
regular closing day	No viewing during February (reservation required)
entrance fee	Adults 500 yen, Junior and senior high school students 400 yen, Elementary school students 300 yen
bus stop	City bus　Minamikasuga-cho bus stop※Approx. 20 minutes on foot after getting off at the bus stop
station	Hankyu Katsura Station※Get off at the west exit of Katsura Station, take a bus, get off at Minamikasuga-machi bus stop, and walk about 20 minutes.
parking lot	Parking available（free）※20 private cars
official site	Shojiji Temple