Shin-Chion-in Temple: Location & Nearest Station (20 km from Kyoto Station)
Shin-Chion-in Temple 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 | 新知恩院 |
| Location | Otsu, Shiga Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Ono Station – about 4.4 km |
| From Kyoto Station | about 20 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 60 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 92 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1467 |
| Coordinates | 35.14289, 135.87406 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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無料で見てみる →Planning your visit
- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Ono Station, about 4.4 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 (新知恩院) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Modorogi Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 2 km away
- Ogura Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 4 km away
- Tenno Shrine (Otsu) – Shinto shrine, about 4 km away
- Amida-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 4 km away
- Raigō-in Temple – Buddhist temple, about 4 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.