Byōdō-in
Quick Facts
- Location
- Japan
- Category
- Sightseeing
- Duration
- About 1–2 hours
- Opening Hours
- Garden ~8:30–17:30 (entry to 17:15); per notice
- Ticket Price
- Adult: ¥600 · Garden ~¥600; Phoenix Hall interior extra/reservation
- Address
- 1-16 Byōdō-in, Uji, Kyoto, Japan
- Coordinates
- 34.8895, 135.8075
Introduction
Byōdō-in, in Uji, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan, began as a Heian-era aristocrat's villa turned temple, famed for the national-treasure Phoenix Hall — its elegant Amida hall mirrored in the Aji-ike pond like the Pure Land on earth, and depicted on the ¥10 coin. Cherry, azalea and maple change with the seasons; the Hoshokan museum holds Heian Buddhist art. Byōdō-in is among the finest expressions of Japan's Pure Land faith and Heian aesthetics, the cultural core of any Uji tea-country visit.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Ticket Information
| Adult | ¥600 |
|---|
Garden ~¥600; Phoenix Hall interior extra/reservation
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Byōdō-in?
Garden ~8:30–17:30 (entry to 17:15); per notice
How much is the admission for Byōdō-in?
Adult: ¥600; Garden ~¥600; Phoenix Hall interior extra/reservation
Any practical tips for visiting Byōdō-in?
Phoenix Hall interior limited/booked. Pair with Uji Shrine & tea gardens.
How long should I spend at Byōdō-in?
A typical visit takes About 1–2 hours.
