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Amazing perfect symmetry! Heavenly architecture is truly enchanting.
An imperial authority in the Heian Period, Fujiwara Michinaga used this place as a vacation home. His son Yorimichi inherited, converted and opened it as a temple in 1052. It was designated as a World Heritage Site in 1994. The remodeling in 2014 brought it back closer to its original state. The main Amida Buddha statue in Amida Hall is worth a look. You will be amazed by the symmetrical beauty of the building. At the time of construction, the idea of being saved into heaven was popular and the building reflects the image of a heavenly palace. The front looks like a bird stretching wings and a pair of phoenixes is on the roof, thus, called Phoenix Hall since the early Edo Period. This is a national treasure.
Hoshokan Museum displays the temple bell, phoenix, Praying Bodhisattva (Buddhist saints) on Clouds, and numerous other treasures. The latest digital technology lets you see the recreation of the colorful Phoenix Hall interior.
On the temple grounds, a Japanese tea shop, Tea Room Toka, offers green tea and sweets. Byodoin is located in Uji City, famous for its tea, and the shop uses local tea leaves for Byodoin’s limited original blend. Have a sip of one-of-a-kind tea in this memorable place.
On the premises, cherry blossoms, fall foliage, and other natural beauty surround you. From late April to early May, almost 10,000 wisteria will bloom in purple, attracting many visitors every year.
Phoenix Hall on an island in the pond appears to be floating on water ©Byodoin
Phoenix Hall houses Amida Buddha statue ©Byodoin
In the museum, a national treasure temple bell and other valuables are displayed ©Byodoin
In Phoenix Hall, you can see the recreation of the original interior colors ©Byodoin
Tea Room Toka serves the limited-edition original blend of powdered green tea. ©Byodoin
When almost 10,000 wisteria bloom, view Phoenix Hall through the purple curtain ©Byodoin
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Are there brochures and signage in foreign languages available? If so, please specify the languages.
English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Korean are available.
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Is there free Wi-Fi available within the area?
The area is covered by "Kyoto Wi-Fi" and "Japan Free Wi-Fi KYOTO."
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Are there coin lockers available?
Coin lockers are available at the main gate reception. If the lockers are full or if you have large luggage, we can hold it at the reception for you.
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Are there restrooms available?
There are two restrooms within the premises, both are wheelchair accessible.
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
Re-entry is not allowed.
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Are there smoking areas?
No.
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Is there a parking lot available?
We do not have a dedicated parking lot for the temple. Please use nearby private parking lots.
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How long does it typically take to tour the facility?
A visit to the garden and the Hoshokan Museum typically takes about 40 to 60 minutes, excluding the interior viewing of the Phoenix Hall.
平等院建築物與湖面倒影合為一體超美的。
很巧碰上紫藤花開的時期很美，彷彿來到人間淨土世界。
以鳳凰堂和阿字池為中心，左右對稱就像是展翅的鳳凰，10硬幣上就有這個圖案。
不同的寺廟建築物散布在各個區域，最具知名度的是鳳凰堂，屋頂上面放了一對金銅鳳凰雕像，可以拿出日幣1萬元和10元硬幣來做個比對，圖案就是從這裡而來。
鳳凰堂集日本建築工藝國寶，也是世界文化遺產。
