NISON-IN
二尊院
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The Avenue of Maples
NISON-IN is a historic shrine and temple in Sagano, Kyoto. Travel through its seasons and highlights across 11 on-location videos before you visit.
Nison-in is a Sagano temple named for the two images it enshrines — Shaka, the historical Buddha, and Amida. Its long, maple-lined approach, the 'Momiji no Baba', is one of Kyoto's most beautiful temple avenues, glowing in autumn.
History & Culture
Shaka and Amida
Founded in the 9th century, the temple is named for its paired statues of Shakyamuni, who sends souls off, and Amida, who receives them in the Pure Land.
Monzen Chojin-cho, Saga-Nison-in, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto
Daytime; hours vary by season
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Hours and fees are a guide and may change — please check official information before your visit.
