What other travelers are saying about To-ji Temple
To-ji Temple in Kyoto is a truly majestic place, especially known for its iconic five-story pagoda—the tallest wooden pagoda in Japan. The temple grounds are peaceful and spacious, perfect for a quiet stroll and reflection. The historical atmosphere is palpable, and the architecture is stunning in its detail and symmetry. It’s just a short walk from Kyoto Station, making it very accessible for visitors. I visited during winter, and although the trees were bare, the beauty of the place still stood out. A must-visit for history lovers and architecture enthusiasts. (Late post, but the memory still feels fresh.)
Beautiful place, spent a couple of hours walking around. The blossom is lovely still and there are fewer tourists here compared to a lot of other areas of Kyoto. Very peaceful and calm. We bought tickets at the gate and didn’t have to queue - we went early afternoon on a weekday.
Small temple little bit out of the normal tourist route. The pagoda was recently open which was cool to see. The other building which are always open to the public are amazing as well with Buddhist art and statues! During cherry blossoms season the garden looks really nice. There's also I think once a month a market on the grounds which is really nice!
Nice temple and park, but a bit over priced for what can be seen inside. Going around the fenced and gated area and just looking over the fence offers some beautiful shots as well. Just one note if you like historic religious statues the ones within the temple structures are beautiful.
One of the most magical gardens and shrine visits on our holiday in Japan. The Pagoda was beautiful and we were lucky enough to see the garden when the sakura were in bloom. Well worth the visit and good value for money - absolutely beautiful, breathtakingly so.
