Ninnaji
京都府
World Heritage monzeki temple founded by Emperor Uda — beloved for late-blooming Omuro cherry blossoms
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888
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3 min walk from Keifuku Omuro-Ninnaji Station
33 Omuro Ouchi, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto
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Overview
Head temple of Shingon Omuro-ha. Founded by Emperor Uda. Famous for Omuro cherry blossoms (National Scenic Beauty). UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Origins
Founded in 886 by Emperor Koko and completed in 888 by Emperor Uda. Uda became the first imperial monzeki (prince-abbot) after abdication, and imperial princes served as head priests until the Meiji Restoration — Japan's first monzeki temple. Destroyed in the Onin War, rebuilt with support from the …
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Divine Benefits
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Rebirth in Pure Land
Cleansing impurity, spiritual purification, driving away evil. Rooted in misogi ablutions and goma fire rites.
Derived from the enshrined deity "阿弥陀如来"
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Hours
Temple grounds are open (free) 9:00–17:00 (Mar–Nov) or 9:00–16:30 (Dec–Feb). The Goten Imperial Palace Garden keeps the same hours. The Reihokan Treasure Hall opens only during limited spring and autumn periods.
Admission
Temple grounds are free to enter. Goten Imperial Palace Garden: ¥800 (adults), free for high school age and younger. Reihokan Treasure Hall (seasonal openings): ¥500 (adults), free for high school age and younger.
As of 2026-07-17. Subject to change.
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