Is there an entrance fee for Josho-ji?

There is an entrance fee to visit Josho-ji. adult: ¥400, elementary-junior: ¥200. Special areas or seasonal exhibitions may have additional fees.

What makes this place special?

At a Glance

A peaceful Nichiren Buddhist temple founded in 1616, known for its beautiful Yoshino-mon Gate donated by famous courtesan Yoshino Tayu. Features tranquil forested grounds, traditional tea houses, and a serene garden especially lovely during autumn foliage season.

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Why you should go

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Josho-ji was founded in 1616 and belongs to the Nichiren Buddhist sect.

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Location

1 Kitatakagamine-cho, Takagamine, Kita-ku, Kyoto 603-8468, Japan

Opening hours

How do I visit?

Admission

Adult (18+)¥400
Elementary/Junior High (6-14)¥200

Location

Getting There

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Kinkaku-ji-michi Station

22 min walk • 1.8kmNearest

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Kitaoji Station

36 min walk • 2.9km

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Karasuma

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Know before you go

Plan for an autumn visit if you want the garden at its best; the grounds are especially noted for fall foliage.
Look for the traditional tea houses on the grounds and plan a short rest stop as part of your visit.
Allow time to walk the forested grounds slowly; the temple is described as tranquil and peaceful rather than a quick stop.

Did You Know?

Fascinating facts about this place

Josho-ji was founded in 1616 and belongs to the Nichiren Buddhist sect.

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Last updated: April 9, 2026

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Josho-ji(上勝寺)

Name: Josho-ji
Address: Kyoto, Kyoto, 603-8468, JP
Telephone: +81 75-492-6775
Price range: ¥¥

Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture

Temple