Jakkō-ji Temple
寂光寺 · 사쿄구
Buddhist temple dedicated to Sanbōson in Sakyō-ku, Japan
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation1:40
Welcome to Jōjakukō-ji, a hidden gem nestled on the slopes of Mount Ogura in the Arashiyama district of Kyoto. The temple's name, Jōjakukō, translates to a realm of eternal tranquility and light—a concept in Nichiren Buddhism…
Listen in the app2The Niomon Gate — The Threshold of Time1:35
Your journey into the temple begins at the Niomon Gate, the oldest structure on the grounds. Originally constructed in 1349 as the south gate of the Honkoku-ji temple, it was moved to this location in 1616. …
Listen in the app3The Moss Steps — A Tapestry of Green1:26
Beyond the Niomon Gate, the path ascends in a series of stone steps flanked by a lush, vibrant moss garden. Kyoto is world-renowned for its moss, and Jōjakukō-ji features some of the most meticulously maintained specimens in the…
Listen in the app4The Main Hall (Hondo) — Simple Elegance1:29
The Main Hall, or Hondo, of Jōjakukō-ji is a structure of dignified simplicity. It was relocated here in the early seventeenth century from a fabled castle and has since served as the central place of worship for the temple's…
Listen in the app5The Tahoto Pagoda — A Jewel on the Hill1:26
One of the most striking features of Jōjakukō-ji is the Tahoto Pagoda, which stands on a high ledge overlooking the temple grounds. Built in 1620, this two-story pagoda is a designated Important Cultural Property of Japan. …
Listen in the app6The Kyoto Overlook — A City in Miniature1:22
Just past the Tahoto Pagoda, the trail reaches an opening that provides a spectacular panoramic view of the Kyoto basin. From this height, the sprawling city is laid out like a miniature map. …
Listen in the app7The Poetry Stones — Echoes of the Ogura Hyakunin Isshu1:30
We conclude our tour by visiting the various stone monuments and markers that honor the temple's literary legacy. As mentioned, Jōjakukō-ji sits on the site of the villa where Fujiwara no Teika compiled the Ogura Hyakunin Isshu. …
Listen in the app8Closing1:24
As you pass through the Niomon Gate one last time and return to the paths of Arashiyama, take with you the sense of 'eternal tranquility' that Jōjakukō-ji provides. This temple is a rare survivor, maintaining its quiet dignity…
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What is Jakkō-ji Temple?
Jakkō-ji Temple is a place in 사쿄구 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 사쿄구 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 11 min 52 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 35.0113, 135.7777 |
| Last updated |
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