Mangetsu-ji Ukimidō: Location & Nearest Station (20 km from Kyoto Station)
Mangetsu-ji Ukimidō is a Buddhist temple in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, about 20 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 | 満月寺浮御堂 |
| Location | Otsu, Shiga Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Katata Station – about 1.4 km |
| From Kyoto Station | about 20 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 60 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 88 km (straight line) |
| Designations | Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan |
| Coordinates | 35.10985, 135.92158 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Katata Station, about 1.4 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 (満月寺浮御堂) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Mangetsu-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Izu Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Honpuku-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Isome-shi Garden – Garden, less than 1 km away
- Dekejima Lighthouse – Lighthouse, about 1 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.