Jiko-in Temple
Quick Facts
- Location
- Japan, Nara
- Category
- Church & Religious Site
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Opening Hours
- Open in daytime; may have closing days
- Ticket Price
- Admission may be charged; confirm on site
- Address
- Nara, Japan
- Coordinates
- 34.7000, 135.7700
Introduction
Jikoin stands in Koizumi-cho, Yamatokoriyama, Nara Prefecture, and is a Zen temple of the Rinzai Daitokuji school, with the mountain name Entsuzan. It was founded by the Koizumi domain lord Katagiri Sekishu in memory of his late father, and, since Sekishu was the founder of the Sekishu tea school, the whole precinct is laid out like a tea room. The thatched-roofed shoin is designated a National Important Cultural Property, and its garden is counted, with Chikurinin and the Taimadera Nakanobo garden, among the 'Three Great Gardens of Yamato' — a quiet, celebrated temple near Nara that combines tea culture and garden beauty.
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🛈 Practical Info
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FAQ
What are the opening hours of Jiko-in Temple?
Open in daytime; may have closing days
How much is the admission for Jiko-in Temple?
Admission may be charged; confirm on site
Any practical tips for visiting Jiko-in Temple?
The precinct is laid out like a tea room; step softly as you visit. Enjoying tea here pairs beautifully with the garden views.
How long should I spend at Jiko-in Temple?
A typical visit takes 1 hour.
