Shōji-ji Temple: Location & Nearest Station (10 km from Kyoto Station)
Shōji-ji Temple is a Buddhist temple in Nishikyō Ward, Kyoto Prefecture, about 10 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 | 勝持寺 |
| Location | Nishikyō Ward, Kyoto Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Rakusaiguchi Station – about 4.7 km |
| From Kyoto Station | about 10 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 32 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 114 km (straight line) |
| Established | 679 |
| Coordinates | 34.96069, 135.65167 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | http://www.shoujiji.jp/ |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Rakusaiguchi Station, about 4.7 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 linked above before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (勝持寺) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Gantoku-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Ōharano Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Shōbō-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Mount Oshio – Mountain, about 2 km away
- Jūrin-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 2 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.