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Lush Verdure of Ohara Sanzen-in
Takako SakamotoLet's look back at yourself in a sanctuary of lush green, and learn the sublime teaching of Saicho in fresh air!
Sanzen-in Temple
Sanzen-in is a Tendai school monzeki temple in Ōhara, Kyoto, Japan. The Heian period triad of Amida Nyorai flanked by attendants is a National Treasure. Sanzenin Temple is the main attraction of the rural town of Ohara, which is located about an hour north of central Kyoto. [Wikipedia]
Overview
Address
540 Ohararaikoincho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto (Map) (Directions)Hours
8:30 - 17:30 Closed nowOpening Hours
Monday
8:30 - 17:30
Tuesday
8:30 - 17:30
Wednesday
8:30 - 17:30
Thursday
8:30 - 17:30
Friday
8:30 - 17:30
Saturday
8:30 - 17:30
Sunday
8:30 - 17:30
Holidays
8:30 - 17:30
Price
¥700
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