[2025 Kyoto Attraction] Travel Guide for Konkai Kōmyō-ji Temple (Updated May)

"Kurodani Konkai Komyoji" ⁡ The head temple of the Jodo sect in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City The first temple of the Jodo sect, built 850 years ago The temple where the Shinsengumi originated, and is also famous for being the place where the headquarters was located ⁡ It houses the three-story pagoda, an important cultural property, the Kibi Kannon Bodhisattva from the Tenpyo period, and the three Manjusri and Nakayama Manjusri of Japan ⁡ I stopped by for the first time on a trip to Kyoto one day There was a "flower ball water basin" instead of a "flower water basin" The cute ducks and colorful flower balls warm and soothe your heart ⁡ It seems that many people take pre-wedding photos here✨ ⁡ I didn't have time to take pictures slowly on this day, so I would like to visit again at a leisurely pace ⁡ ⁡ ⁡ [Konkai Komyoji] 📍 121 Kurodani-cho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 🕛 Goshuin reception 9:00-16:00 Parking available (charges apply) 🚶♀️19-minute walk from Jingu-Marutamachi Station 10-minute walk from Okazakimichi City Bus Stop ⁡ ⁡ ⁡ #Konkai-Komyoji Temple #Kyoto Temple #Kyoto Trip #Kyoto Sightseeing #kyototravel #Flower Water Basin #Flower Ball Water Basin #Sakura 2024

●Name Konkai Komyoji Temple ●Access 121 Kurotani-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 🚗Use nearby parking ●Points Rubber ducks surround the chozuya at this historic temple🐤 The chozuya, commonly known as "Kurotani-san," has had ducks surrounding the water basin and floating with the flower chozuya for several years😍 Someone donated the duck overnight, and it became Kurotani-san's mascot There is also a turtle, but it was talked about as having gone somewhere for a while, but it has returned... This temple is famous for the Shinsengumi, so it's good that events like this have increased the number of visitors. I'm glad that they provide fun visits every month with flowers, marbles, and other ideas😃 I'm already looking forward to seeing what kind of flower chozuya and ducks I'll see next month #tripmemory2022 #Kyoto #Temples and Shrines

●Name Gokoshii Amida Buddha @ Konkai-Komyoji Temple ●Access 121 Kurodani-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City 🚗Use nearby parking ●Points "Gokoshii Amida Buddha" at Konkai-Komyoji Temple Also known as the "Afro Buddha"‼ ️ The reason for the afro is... It's the result of long, long training The name "Goko Shii Amida Buddha" is said to come from the fact that "for five kalpas, he simply concentrated on his thoughts, made 48 vows, and practiced to become Amida Buddha." As a result of his mind-bogglingly long training, his hair grew out and became like an afro, which is a blessing for this Buddha😊 This year, the line at the rabbit-related Okazaki Shrine right next door was crazy😅 I gave up on the two-hour wait to visit for the new year, so I went to get some afro power, but I was warmed by the calm, usual worshippers The weather was good and the view from the approach to the three-story pagoda was beautiful, and I love the view from here #tripmemory2022 #Kyoto #Temples and Shrines

Konkai-Komyoji Temple is the temple where Honen Shonin first built his hermitage in 1175 when he was 43 years old. It is one of the seven major head temples of the Jodo sect, and is affectionately known locally as Kurodani-san. It was also the birthplace of the Shinsengumi, as it was the headquarters of Matsudaira Katamori of the Aizu clan, who became the Kyoto protector at the end of the Edo period. In autumn, the leaves are beautiful and the temple is lit up at night. 📌 121 Kurodani-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8331 📌 Ease of access ★★☆☆☆ 　10 minutes walk from the city bus "Okazaki-michi" 📌 Popularity ★★★☆☆ #Autumn trip #Autumn leaves #Okazaki #Kyoto #Kyoto Higashiyama

●Name Konkai Komyoji Temple ●Access 121 Kurotani-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 🚗Private parking available ●Points Kurotani has different faces in every season The view from the high ground and the sunset from here are worth seeing The flower water fountain is also cute and shows a different face no matter when you come The season for autumn leaves is almost here Also, this is the birthplace of the Shinsengumi and the temple where they set up their headquarters If you like autumn leaves, please come and visit I visited in late September, but the signs of autumn are yet to come The best time to see autumn leaves in Kyoto is from around November 20th to 25th🍁 #Autumn trip #Autumn leaves spots

●Name Konkai Komyoji Temple ●Access 121 Kurodani-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 🚌Take the Kyoto City Bus and get off at Shinnyodo-mae, then walk for 8 minutes ●Points This is the main temple of the Jodo sect, affectionately known to locals as Kurodani-san It is famous for its mountain gate, Mikage-do Hall, Kibi Kannon, the birthplace of the Shinsengumi, and the autumn leaves, but... Personally, I often come here to be soothed by the ducks and the flower water fountain I don't know who put them there, but the ducks escaped at one point, but they came back The seasonal flowers combined with the floating ducks create a cute space #QuintessaCampaign #Kyoto

●Name　　　Konkai Komyoji Temple (Jodo Sect Daihonzan Kurodani) ●Access　　　Take city bus route 32, 100, 203, or 204 from Kyoto Station, get off at Okazakimichi and walk for 10 minutes ●Points 　　"Afro Buddha" or "Goko Shii Amida Buddha" is characterized by a very large hairstyle that covers his head (spiral hair), making it look like an afro 　　It is said that it represents the "Goko Shii" form of Amida Buddha, who practiced with intense contemplation during his training under the name of Hozo Bosatsu #Kyoto #Our temple

●Name　　　Konkai Komyoji Temple (Jodo Sect Head Temple Kurodani) ●Access　　　From Kyoto Station, take city bus route 32, 100, 203, or 204, get off at Okazakimichi, and walk for 10 minutes ●Points 　　It's a famous spot for autumn leaves and sunsets in Kyoto, but... 　　Recently, the flower water basin🌼 and ducks🐥 have become very famous 　　Someone I don't know seems to have donated the ducks 　　It has a different atmosphere from other flower water basins and is very cute #Kyoto #Flower water basin #In-house temple #Hanami

#cherryblossom25 Tucked away in northern Kyoto, Konkaikomyo-ji Temple (金戒光明寺) is like stumbling into a secret world—where gold-leafed Buddhas, whispering pines, and panoramic city views** collide. I went in expecting quiet temple vibes… and left obsessed. Here’s why you need to add this underrated spot to your Kyoto list. ✨ First Impressions: A Temple with Vibes The moment I passed through the towering Sanmon Gate, the noise of the city vanished. The crunch of gravel underfoot, the scent of incense curling in the air—it felt like Kyoto had hit a "mute" button. Then I saw it: the main hall, glowing in the afternoon light, with a golden Buddha peeking out like, "Hey, you made it." 😲 The Unexpected Highlight I thought the temple was just one courtyard… until a monk pointed me toward the hike up to the pagoda. Steep? Yes. Worth it? ABSOLUTELY. The view over Kyoto from the top—with the city sprawled out beneath me—was next-level. (Bonus: I burned off that morning’s matcha latte.) 🌿 Hidden Gem Spot Most visitors stop at the main hall, but the cemetery path behind it is eerily beautiful—lined with moss-covered Jizo statues, their red bibs fluttering in the breeze. Perfect for moody photos or quiet reflection. 🍡 Snack Break Necessities After all that climbing, I rewarded myself with warabi mochi from a little shop outside the temple—jiggly, dusted with toasted soybean flour, and so satisfying. Pro tip: Eat it fast before the sticky sweetness gets everywhere! ⏳ Quick Itinerary (Golden Hour Edition) 3:00 PM: Arrive, explore the main hall + golden Buddha. 3:30 PM: Hike up to the pagoda for epic Kyoto views. 4:15 PM: Wander the cemetery path + Jizo statues. 4:45 PM: Warabi mochi break at the gate. Why Go? Zero crowds, stunning scenery, and that golden Buddha glow. It’s Kyoto’s best-kept secret—until now. 😉

#aprilblooms The main main mountain of the Jodo sect, which is known by the nickname "Kurotani-san". It is the first temple of the Jodo sect in the place where the founder of the Jodo sect, Horen Shonin, who descended from the Kurotani of Mt. Hiei, first formed a draft in 1175. It is said to be the birthplace of the Shinsengumi because it was the temple where the lord of the Aizu Domain, Yoshiyasu Matsudaira, who was appointed as the Kyoto Shugo post at the end of the Edo period, had its main camp, and was subordinated by Isamu Kondo and Toshizo Hijikata. There are many buildings worth seeing in the precincts, such as the mountain gate where the imperial frame of the "First Gate of the Jodo Shinshu" is located, the Amida Hall rebuilt by Toyotomi Hideyori, and the Miei-do Hall, which enshrines the shadow of the Hon Shonin. "Gokoshi Yui Amidabutsu", which is characterised by a covering spiral hair, is also a must-see.

Recommended for Kyoto trips! The chozuya (water purification fountain) is popular for its cuteness, with many duck toys that are often found in bathtubs lined up for a limited time! Kurodani Konkai Komyoji Temple Affectionately known as Kurodani-san, this is the head temple of the Jodo sect, with beautiful cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn Before the duck toys were displayed, turtle dolls were displayed, so turtle dolls were also displayed From Kyoto City Hall, take city bus No. 32 (to Heian Shrine and Ginkakuji) 10 minutes walk after getting off at Okazakimichi 121 Kurodani-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 9:00-16:00 Admission fee: Free for the temple grounds #0 yen trip February 2025 #kyoto #kyototrip #Kyoto #Kyoto trip #Kyoto sightseeing #Kyoto trip #flower chozuya

|Golden Ring Guangming Temple. The red leaves are average, Kurodani Kinkai Komyoji Temple, the main temple of the Jodo sect, There are not many tourists, there are many tombs here, so people with taboos are not allowed to come, and the same applies to the nearby Saiyun Temple. ☁️ You can see the viewing platform of Dongshan opposite here. The scenery is good and the sunset is beautiful.

Konkai-Komyoji Temple is full of sights to see in the fall, including the Shiun Garden. Compared to other spots in Kyoto, it is recommended because it is less crowded. 📍The best time to see the autumn leaves is usually from mid-November to early December, and the north and south sides of the temple gate are beautifully colored with red autumn leaves. 🍁The temple grounds are dotted with sights to see the autumn leaves, including the Shiun Garden in the back, which is open only in autumn. From Friday, November 15th to Sunday, December 8th, 2024, there will be a special daytime viewing period, during which the temple gate, which offers a panoramic view of the city, will also be open to the public. The contrast between the impressive mountain gate and the red maples is a must-see🍁A special night-time viewing period will be held from Friday, November 15th to Sunday, December 8th, during which the leaves will be lit up💡 [Jodo Sect Head Temple Kurodani Konkai Komyoji]Address: 121 Kurodani-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto PrefectureAccess: [Train] JR Kyoto Station or Hankyu Railway Kyoto Main Line Shijo Kawaramachi Station, get off at Okazakimichi bus stop, 10 minutes walk [Car] About 35 minutes from Kyoto Minami IC on the Meishin ExpresswayParking: Available, 80 cars, 800 yen/day #Domestic travel record #trip #Solo travel #Winter travel #Kyoto #Kyoto sightseeing #Autumn leaves

You can't miss the autumn leaves in Kyoto when they're lit up! There are many popular spots such as Kiyomizu-dera, Kodai-ji, To-ji, and Eikando, but we also want you to visit these places 💡This time we're introducing Konkai-Komyoji Temple in Sakyo Ward, a famous spot with its impressive mountain gate, and during the autumn leaves season, the contrast between the mountain gate and the red maple leaves is very beautiful ✨, but during this autumn leaves season, we want you to go and see the lights up 👀You'll be visiting a garden called "Shiun no Niwa" (Purple Cloud Garden), and the illuminated autumn leaves reflected in the pond there are very beautiful 😍During this season, special nighttime viewing is held, so we'll tell you about it! 🍁About the special nighttime viewing🍁-------------------You can see the gardens lit up, as well as important cultural properties and tiger paintings on the sliding doors🐯The tiger sliding doors are truly beautiful✨It's strange that tigers, which don't exist in Japan, were painted in the Edo period▪️Visiting period: Friday, November 15, 2024 to Sunday, December 8, 2024▪️Visiting hours: 17:30-20:30 (last entry 20:00)▪️Reception location: Inside the Mikage-do Hall▪️Visiting fee: Adults: 1,000 yen/Elementary school students: 500 yen 🍁Premium viewing to avoid crowds🍁-------------------If you want to avoid crowds and take your time looking around, we recommend the "Premium viewing plan" which allows you to enter 30 minutes earlier than usual! ! Not only can you enter early, but you can also get a guided tour for about 30 minutes from a regular craftsman or garden concierge (Ueyakato Landscape Gardening) 💁This plan is limited to 30 people per day, so if you're interested, please make a reservation on the website 💡▪️Reception hours: 16:30-17:00▪️Visiting hours: 17:00-free viewing after guided tour▪️Visiting fees: Adults: 2,000 yen/Elementary school students: 1,000 yen ------------------------------------------------ That's it! What do you think? Try including this in your Kyoto night plan! 〜〜〜〜〜Information〜〜〜〜〜📍#Konkai-Komyoji Temple Address: 121 Kurodani-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City Access: Shijo Kawaramachi bus stop, board city bus #203 bound for Gion/Kinrinshako, get off at Okazakimichi, 10 minute walk Cost: 1,000 yen for adults, 500 yen for children Recommendation: Considering the other places that are open late, it's best to go ahead〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜 #Domestic travel journal #Domestic travel

On a summer day when we visited Kinkaku-ji Temple, the beauty of the flower chozu warmed our hearts. The chozu basin, filled with colorful flowers, looked like a piece of art created by nature, bringing a sense of peace every time we looked at it. The quiet and serene atmosphere of the temple grounds is a place that makes you forget the hustle and bustle of daily life. During our girls' trip, we spent a relaxing time enveloped in the pleasant early summer breeze. The beauty of the flower chozu and the tranquility of the temple healed our hearts. It's a perfect place for a girls' trip, where you can enjoy a heartwarming moment. The flowers change with the seasons, so I definitely want to visit again.

~Kurodani-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City~Kurodani Konkai Komyo-ji Temple This temple is also associated with the Shinsengumi! The goshuin stamps are cute too! ☑️A hidden gem! Climb the stairs to the five-story pagoda and enjoy a panoramic view of Kyoto! ☑️A place associated with the Shinsengumi! This was the barracks of the Aizu clan, the boss of the Shinsengumi! In short, it was the enemy of Sakamoto Ryoma and the Meiji Restoration Patriots! ☑️A solemn atmosphere that is soothing A quiet temple with few tourists where you can spend a relaxing time. ☑️The goshuin stamps are cute too The seasonal goshuin stamps are beautiful! You can also get a Shinsengumi goshuin stamp! Useful for sightseeing and travel in Kyoto ◎ #0 yen travel #japantrip #japantravel #trip #kyoto #kyototrip #kyototravel #japantemple #historic sites #Kyoto sightseeing #Kyoto travel #Japanese travel tour #places with a sense of history #sightseeing spots with a sense of history #history lovers #travel with me

#japantrip Visiting Konkai-Komyoji Temple in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, offers a glimpse into the profound history of the Jodo sect, one of Buddhism's major denominations. Founded in 1175, this temple is one of the eight head temples of the Jodo sect. The temple grounds, known as Kurodani, include the historic site where Honen, the founder of the Jodo sect, stayed with his devoted follower Shinku after leaving Mount Hieizan in 1175 to proclaim his new Pure Land teachings. The serene and expansive precincts of Konkai-Komyoji provide a tranquil environment for reflection and appreciation of its significant religious heritage, making it a compelling destination for those exploring Kyoto's rich Buddhist history.

#japantrip Visiting Konkai Komyoji Temple offers a rich historical experience as one of the seven head temples of the Jodo sect of Buddhism. Established by Honen in 1175, the temple is steeped in history. During the late Edo period, it became the headquarters of the Aizu han, the feudal domain tasked with guarding Kyoto. The Shinsengumi, a famed shogunate military force, often visited the temple, adding to its historical significance. Today, visitors can explore its beautiful grounds and learn about its pivotal role in Japanese history, particularly during the tumultuous Bakumatsu period.

The cute duck hand washing basin, the Afro Buddha that I learned about for the first time, the impressive mountain gate, and the small southern gate that contrasts with the castle-like Koraimon gate (west side) even though it is a temple. It is a temple where you can learn about the history that has continued even though times have changed, such as Tokugawa Ieyasu and the Shinsengumi, and it is easy to see why Konkai-Komyoji is loved even today despite being the head temple of the Jodo sect. Recommended for sightseeing in Kyoto. [Name] Jodo sect Daihonzan Kurodani Konkai-Komyoji [Location] 121 Kurodani-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City [Access] About 10 minutes on foot from Okazaki-michi city bus About 15 minutes on foot from Higashitenno-cho city bus Visit date: May 2024 #Sakura2024 #Kyoto #Kyoto sightseeing #Temples and shrines #Konkai-Komyoji #Afro Buddha #Duck #Duck #Shinsengumi

This is the Goko Shuyui Amida Buddha. I was surprised to see that the official website also introduced it as an Afro Buddha, and I couldn't stop smiling. It is said to be a rare figure with only 16 in the whole country. To get there, go through the temple gate and go to the right, and you will see Gokuraku Bridge. When you cross the bridge, there will be a staircase in front of you and you will see the Manjusri Tower. There is a sign on the left side of the stairs, about the 15th step, so please don't miss it. [Name] Jodo Sect Daihonzan Kurodani Konkai Komyoji [Location] 121 Kurodani-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City [Access] About 10 minutes on foot from Okazaki-michi city bus About 15 minutes on foot from Higashitenno-cho city bus Visit date: May 2024 #Sakura2024 #Kyoto #Kyoto sightseeing #Temples and shrines #Konkai Komyoji #Afro Buddha

This is the first temple of the Jodo sect, located in the place where Honen Shonin built his hermitage for the first time to spread the teachings of Nembutsu. It is also popular as a temple with ducks spread all over the water basin. The oldest building is the Amida Hall, which was rebuilt by Toyotomi Hideyori in 1605. It is a historic temple. [Name] Jodo sect Daihonzan Kurodani Konkai Komyoji [Location] 121 Kurodani-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City [Access] About 10 minutes on foot from Okazaki-michi city bus About 15 minutes on foot from Higashitenno-cho city bus Visit date: May 2024 #Sakura2024 #Kyoto #Kyoto sightseeing #Temples and shrines #Konkai Komyoji #Ducks

Konkai-Komyoji Temple is said to have begun in 1175 when the monk Honen descended from Kurodani on Mt. Hiei and built a hermitage here. It is the head temple of the Jodo sect of Buddhism and is known to locals as "Kurodani-san." It is one of the seven main head temples of the Jodo sect, and its mountain gate is inscribed with the words "The First Gate of Jodo Shinshu," and it is said that Honen's teachings of Jodo Shinshu began here. It is also a temple with ties to the Shinsengumi. Facility name📍 Konkai Komyoji Temple (Kurodani) Visiting hours📍9:00-16:00 Access📍 ・Get off at Okazakimichi on the city bus (32, 203, 204 lines) and walk for 10 minutes ・Get off at Higashitennocho on the city bus (5 lines) and walk for 15 minutes ・Approximately 19 minutes walk from Jingu Marutamachi Station, exit 5 ・Approximately 21 minutes walk from Higashiyama (Kyoto Prefecture) Station, exit 1 ・Approximately 22 minutes walk from Keage Station, exit 2 #domestic travel #japan #solo travel #girls' travel #couple travel #Kyoto #Kyoto sightseeing #Kyoto travel #historical sites #travel to experience history and culture #Konkai Komyoji Temple #Afro Buddha #Sakura 2024

At the Jodo sect's head temple, Konkai-Komyoji, is enshrined the Goko Shii Amida Buddha, which is different from regular Amida Buddhas in that it has a very large head of hair (rahotsu) that covers its head. It is a rare stone Buddha statue carved from stone that is thought to have been made around the mid-Edo period. It is often mistaken for a Jizo statue, but it is not. It is in a rather difficult location to find. Look for the three-story pagoda and Gokuraku Bridge, so be sure to visit. Facility name📍 Gokoshui Amidabutsu Zazo (Five-Kalli Amida Buddha) Konkai Komyoji Temple grounds Access📍 ・City bus, get off at Okazakimichi (32, 203, 204 lines) 10-minute walk ・City bus, get off at Higashitennocho (5 lines) 15-minute walk #Sakura2024#domestictravel #japan #solotravel #girlstrip #coupletrip #Kyoto #Kyotosightseeing #Kyototrip#historicalsites #triptoexperiencehistoryandculture#Konkai Komyoji Temple #AfroBuddha

Konkai-Komyoji Temple in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture is the temple where Honen Shonin first built his hermitage in 1175 when he was 43 years old. It is known for its Afro Buddha, a large Buddha statue with an afro👩‍🦱 hairstyle. The Goko Shii Amida Buddha, enshrined on the side of the approach to the three-story pagoda, has become popular online in the past few years because its curls of hair look like an afro. It is said that Goko Shii Amida Buddha's hair grew freely due to his long period of training, which resulted in his afro-like hair. 📌Afro Buddha (inside Konkai-Komyoji Temple) 📌121 Kurodani-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8331 📌It is also known as a famous spot for cherry blossoms🌸 and autumn leaves🍁, so we recommend visiting in spring or autumn 📌Famous rating★★☆☆☆ #Kyoto sightseeing #777 #Kyoto trip #Kyoto #Higashiyama #Konkai-Komyoji Temple #Kurodani #Temple tour #Temple #Afro Buddha #Afro #Buddha

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