Hōjō-in Temple: Location & Nearest Station (11 km from Kyoto Station)
Hōjō-in Temple is a Buddhist temple in Uji, Kyoto Prefecture, about 11 km in a straight line from Kyoto Station. It is close enough to fit into a half day from central Kyoto.
| Type | Buddhist temple |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 放生院 |
| Location | Uji, Kyoto Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Uji Station – about 0.2 km |
| From Kyoto Station | about 11 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 36 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 103 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 34.89325, 135.80794 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Uji Station, about 0.2 km away. The most convenient station can be a different one, so check a route planner before you go.
- Distances on this page are straight-line figures calculated from map coordinates. Real travel time depends on the route and transfers.
- Opening days, hours and prices change. Please confirm them on the official website before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (放生院) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Matafuri Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- The Tale of Genji Museum – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Hashihime Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Ujigami Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Uji Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.