Sanzen-in, Ohara
A temple in the mountain village of Ohara, famous for its moss gardens and little jizo statues, and especially lovely in autumn.
- Area
- Osaka · Kyoto: Nanzen-ji & Ginkaku-ji
- Location
- Ohara
- Getting there
- 10 min walk from Ohara bus stop (Kyoto Bus)
- Admission
- ¥700
- Hours
- Mar–Oct: 9:00–17:00Nov: 8:45–16:45Dec–Feb: 9:00–16:30
- Closed
- Open every day
As of October 2026 · Prices and hours can change, so check the official website before you go.
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