
Yogen-in Temple
Yogen-in
A historic temple founded by Yodo-dono, the concubine of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, to honor her father.Esplora questo luogo

Yogen-in is a historic temple located in the Higashiyama district of Kyoto. It was founded by Yodo-dono, the concubine of the famous warlord Toyotomi Hideyoshi, to offer memorial services for her father, Azai Nagamasa.
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Su Yogen-in Temple
- Exquisite Barrier Paintings: A rare opportunity to see the masterpieces of Tawaraya Sotatsu up close.
- The Blood Ceilings: A profound and haunting historical sight that tells the story of fallen samurai.
- Gold Leaf Artistry: The shimmering beauty of the peony and pine paintings represents the height of Japanese traditional aesthetics.
- Nightingale Floors: Experience the unique sound of the 'Uguisu-bari' corridors.
- Ideal Location: Situated near Sanjusangen-do, making it a perfect stop during a Higashiyama sightseeing route.
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mer
05/08
34°/23°
4%
gio
06/08
33°/27°
20%
ven
07/08
33°/27°
51%
sab
08/08
35°/26°
73%
dom
09/08
33°/24°
88%
lun
10/08
31°/24°
45%
mar
11/08
32°/21°
43%
Consigli
Payment
Cash only (Admission fee: 600 JPY)
Language
English support (Check availability of signage on-site)
Reservation
No prior reservation required (Groups should contact in advance)
Clothing
As you will need to remove your shoes, we recommend wearing easy-to-remove shoes and clean socks
Photography
Please follow local rules regarding photography in specific areas
Accessibility
Due to stairs and uneven surfaces, wheelchair access may be limited
Etiquette
Please maintain a quiet atmosphere and avoid loud conversations inside the temple


