Yokokuji Temple

Yokokuji Temple（揚谷寺） was founded in 806 by Enchin of Kiyomizudera Temple. It is also called “Yanagidani Kannon” because the main deity is the eleven-faced, thousand-armed, thousand-eyed Kannon (Goddess of Mercy).

Yokokuji Temple

One day when Kukai paid a visit to the temple, he saw a parent monkey washing the eyes of a baby monkey.It is said that after praying for 17 days, the eyes were cured.It is called “Okouzuui” and is famous for its water that heals eye diseases.

Yokokuji Temple

The Okunoin Temple offers blessings for child bearing, easy childbirth, and love fulfillment, Aizen Hall for marital bliss, and Yododen Benten Hall for a beautiful face, beauty, and artistic skill.

Yokokuji Temple

On the 17th of every month, a shuttle bus (300 yen one-way) is available from Hankyu Nishiyama-Tennozan Station (east exit) and JR Nagaokakyo Station (west exit). The ride from Kyoto Station to JR Nagaokakyo Station takes about 11 minutes.

Yokokuji Temple

Yokokuji Temple Map

opening hours	9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.※Last admission 16:30※Okuno-in is open until 4:00 p.m.
regular closing day	without a holiday
entrance fee	Adults ¥500, Free for high school students and younger※700 yen during special period
bus stop	Hankyu Bus Oku-Kaiinji bus stop※Approximately 40 minutes walk from the bus stop※Shuttle bus service is available on the 17th of every month (300 yen one-way)
station	Hankyu Nagaoka Tenjin Station※Approximately 90 minutes walk from the station※The nearest stations are Hankyu Nishiyama-Tennozan and JR Nagaokakyo.
parking lot	Parking available（free）
official site	Yokokuji Temple