Dendo-in in Kyoto

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  • Dendo-in Kyoto

    Dendo-in Kyoto

  • Statue of Dendo-in Kyoto

    Statue of Dendo-in Kyoto

  • Dendo-in Kyoto

    Dendo-in Kyoto

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Facts & Figures

Dendo-in is a unique brick building from the early Taisho-era (1912 - 1926). It belongs to the Honganji Temple. Kyoto gave this building the status of an Designated Cultural Asset. The outstanding feature is the roof shaped like a mosque. Best Ryokans in Kyoto Experience the Ultimate Japanese Hospitality at a Kyoto Ryokan.
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In the old days Dendo-in was used as an office for the Shinshu Shinto Life Insurance (owned by Hongwanji sect). At the moment you will find there an admission free exhibition space of the Honganji Temple and meeting rooms for seminars.

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History

Dendo-in was built in 1912. The well-known Japanese architect and professor Ito Chuta (1867 - 1954) was responsible for the design.

Location

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Dendo-in is located north of Kyoto Station and near Nishi Honganji Temple.
Address: Momijicho, Shomogyo-ku, 600-8345 Kyoto

How to get to Dendo-in?

  • 7min walk from Kyoto Station to Dendo-in

Sightseeing spots

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Statues - Check out the stone statues of mythical animals at the entrance.

Festival & Events in Kyoto (dates can change without notice)

April

Miyako Odori (1st - 31th)
The traditional annual spring dance of the Kyoto district Gion Kobu performed by Geiko and Maiko is a must-see on your Kyoto visit. Don't miss the most popular dances the Miyako Odori "Cherry Blossom Dances" or "Dances of the Old Capital" at the Gion Kobu Kaburenjo Theater (located close to Gion Corner).

May

Aoi Matsuri (15th)
The highlight of this festival is a large parade from Imperial Palace through Shimogamo Shrine to the Kamigamo Shrine. More than 500 people wearing aristocratic costumes from the Heian Period (794 - 1185). The Aoi Matsuri belongs with the Gion Matsuri and Jidai Matsuri to the three most famous festivals in Kyoto.

July

Gion Matsuri (whole month)
The month July is full of different events like the Yoiyama - Kyoto's Magical Night (locals in kimonos look at the giant Gion floats the day before the parade) or the famous Yamaboko Junko (float procession on the 17th of July).

Obon Festival at Higashi Honganji Temple (30th - 31st)
The annual summer Obon Festival honors the spirit of our ancestors. You can enjoy there tea ceremony demonstrations, games, flower market, delicious food, Bon Odori Dancing and much more.

October

Jidai Matsuri ("Festival of Ages") (22nd)
People celebrate with a large parade between Imperial Palace to Heian Shrine the anniversary of the foundation of Kyoto. App. 2000 participants wearing historical costumes from different time periods. Enjoy this great festival which last around 2 hours.

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