The temple associated with Toyotomi Hideyoshi, surrounded by an artistic garden
It was founded in Keicho 11 (1606) by Kita no Mandokoro, the lawful wife of Hideyoshi TOYOTOMI. It has many important cultural properties such as the Kangetsudai that was moved from Fushimi-jo Castle and the mausoleum decorated with Kodaiji makie. The carefully designed gardens such as the Chisen Kaiyu style garden surrounding the Kaisan-do hall and the Karesansui garden called "Hashin-tei" in the hojo of the main hall are also a highlight.
The Garyu Pond, which connects the Kaisan-do Hall and the mausoleum, reflects the vivid autumn leaves, creating an even more gorgeous atmosphere.
Kodaiji Tenjin is a shrine dedicated to the deity Sugawara no Michizane of Tsunashiki Tenmangu Shrine, which Nene worshipped.
Special Autumn Nighttime Viewing will be held from October 24 to December 14, 2025 (tentative). Projection mapping is generating buzz.
Kodai-ji Temple
075-561-9966
526 Kodaiji-Shimogawara-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi
7 minutes' walk from Higashiyama-yasui City Bus Stop
9am-5pm (Last reception)
Admission: 600 yen
Parking: 100 (Visitors receive one hour free)
Closing dates : Open year round
WEBSITE : https://www.kodaiji.com/
