Daishinin(大心院) is the Tatchu (temple on the grounds of a large temple) of Myoshinji Temple.It is said to have been built by Masamoto Hosokawa in 1479.
The “A-Un garden” in the front garden of Shoin is a dry landscape garden with white sand, moss, and stones.A-Un(阿吽) means the beginning and the end of all things.
Dashinin is also a lodging facility, and the general public is welcome to stay there (call to confirm availability and apply by return postcard).
To get to Daishinin from Kyoto Station, take a 10-minute JR train ride and a 10-minute walk from Hanazono Station.
opening hours | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
regular closing day | non-scheduled holiday |
entrance fee | Adults 300 yen, children 150 yen |
bus stop | City bus Myoshinji-mae Bus Stop |
station | JR Hanazono Station※Randen Myoshinji Station from Myoshinji North Gate |
parking lot | Parking available(free)※Use Myoshinji Temple parking lot |
official site | Dashinin |