Koshoji Temple

Koshoji Temple(興聖寺) was originally founded by Dogen in Fukakusa (northern part of Fushimi Ward, Kyoto).

Koshoji Temple

The gate of the temple is located at the top of the “Kotozaka” hill that leads to Koshoji Temple, and on the top of the gate is a temple dedicated to the sixteen arhats.The approach to the temple, called “Kotosaka,” is about 200 meters long and is especially beautiful during the season of autumn leaves.

Koshoji Temple

The standing statue of Saint Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva (Te-Narai Kannon) has its right foot slightly forward and its thumb in the air. This represents his intention to immediately come to the aid of sentient beings in order to relieve their suffering.Koshoji Temple main hall (hatto) ceiling is covered with a blood ceiling from the remains of Fushimi Castle.

Koshoji Temple

To get to Koshoji Temple, it is about a 15-minute walk from Keihan Railway Uji Station or about a 25-minute walk from JR Uji Station.

Koshoji Temple



Koshoji Temple Map

opening hours9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
regular closing daywithout a holiday※There is a pause in viewing due to events.
entrance feefree※300 yen to see the main hall
bus stopKeihan Uji Bus Keihan Uji Bus Stop
stationKeihan Uji Station
parking lotParking lot available (charged)
official siteKoshoji Temple


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