Kyoto Tour - Kinkakuji Temple

Kinkakuji or Golden Pavilion is a zen Buddhist temple located in northern Kyoto. It is an impressive temple built overlooking a large pond. The structure creates a magnificent reflection on the water.

 The pond contains large rocks symbolizing small islands. The top two floors of the temple are covered with gold leaf.

Also in the area, there is a paved walking path leading through the gardens. The garden complex has lots of trees and pretty landscapes.

At the exit are souvenir shops, a small tea garden and Fudo Hall.

It is a must see attraction when in Kyoto. The place gets crammed with bus load of tourists from mid morning onwards. To enjoy the amazing sight of the pavilion and garden complex, visit the place early morning before the crowd gets huge or late afternoon wen throngs of tourists have left.

Entrance fee: Y400 for adults , Y300 for children
Open 9am - 4pm

How to get to Kinkakuji
From Kyoto Station, cross the street towards Family Mart where the bus stop is located. Take a direct Kyoto City bus #101 or 205 for 40 minutes. Fare is Y230. If you will take the bus more than 2x, getting a 1 day Kyoto City Bus pass is economical.

Other Osaka & Kyoto Attractions:
Arashimaya Bamboo Forest
Osaka Castle - Symbol of Osaka
Fushimi Inari Shrine