Kyoto: Kinkakuji

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KINKAKU-JI (Golden Pavilion)  









Rokuon-ji (formal name) of this UNESCO World Heritage is popular to tourist as the Golden Pavilion. This 3-storey exact replica of the original is gilded in gold leaf. On top of the pavilion is a bronze phoenix, The Zen Buddhist temple has an ornamental pond that reflects the golden pavilion and a strolling garden. 

 
Entrance Fee: Y400
Nearest Train Station: [Bus]JR Kyoto Stn./Bus/30-min. ride/Kinkakuji-michi Stop/3-min. walk City Bus "Temple of the Golden Pavilion road"

Hours of Operation: 9:00 – 5:00 PM

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