Kinkaku-ji
Osaka & KansaiZen temple

Kinkaku-ji

金閣寺

금각사는 교토 북서부에서 가장 상징적인 사찰 중 하나로, 연못에 비친 금빛 전각 풍경이 핵심입니다.

Region
Osaka & Kansai
Coordinates
35.0394, 135.7292
Hours
9:00-17:00 / open all year round
Admission
General ¥500 / primary and middle school students ¥300
How to get there
Most visitors arrive by Kyoto City Bus and get off at Kinkakuji-michi.
Suggested visit time
45-60 min
Best time to visit
Go early to photograph the pavilion before tour-bus crowds build.
Official website
Official website

Highlights

  • Golden Pavilion reflected in Kyoko-chi Pond
  • Compact walking route
  • Strong autumn and winter scenery

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Last verified: 2026-04-06

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