Saimyo Ji Temple

A short distance up the river from Jingo-ji Temple, this fine (and free) pocket temple is a real charmer and should not be missed.

When going to Jingo-ji Temple, when you get to the bottom of the steps and before you start climbing up to the temple, take a right (before the river) and a few minutes’ walking will bring you to the steps that lead up to Saimyo-ji Temple, one of Kyoto’s most charming little temples. See if you can find the hidden waterfall grotto behind the temple.

English address:
1 Makino-o-cho, Umegahata, Ukyo-ku

Japanese address:
右京区梅ケ畑槇尾町1

Opening hours:
9am-5pm

Admission:
Adults: ¥500
High and junior high school students: ¥400
Elementary school students and younger: Free

Non-smoking area: Yes

Nearest Transport:
5min walk from Makino-o Bus Stop, JR bus Takao Keihoku line from Kyoto Station

Telephone: 861-1770

Website: None

Near To Here:
Saimyo-ji Temple is located in Kyoto’s Ohara district. See our complete list of things to do in Kyoto’s Ohara district, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.

Where Is This Place Located?

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