It is located near the Silver pavillion, which is in North-East side from city centre of Kyoto.
From Kyoto station, it probably takes about 20-30 minutes by taxi.
▪️Walk on foot
・From the Silver pavillion (Ginkaku-ji temple) ; 2 minutes.
・From Hounen-in temple ; 8 minutes.
・From Miroku-in temple on Philosopher's Path ; 2 minutes.
■ From Bus stop
① Ginkakuji-mae bus stop (#32, EX100、105), 12 minutes on foot.
② Ginkakuji-michi bus stop (#5, 7, 203, 204、EX102), 15 minutes on foot.
■ By car, Taxi, Bikes or Bicycles
· Since Ginkakuji approaching road is for pedestrians only, you can not pass by car. Please go to in front of "Hounen-in temple" and go towards "Ginkakuji".
· No private parking lot. Please use public lot nearby.
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