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Byodo-in Temple
Buddhist TempleUji

Byodo-in Temple

UNESCO World Heritage temple in Uji, famous for its Phoenix Hall (Hōōdō) depicted on the 10-yen coin. Built in 1052 during the Heian period, it exemplifies Pure Land Buddhist architecture with its stunning Amida Buddha statue and elegant reflection in the pond.

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About Byodo-in Temple

UNESCO World Heritage temple in Uji, famous for its Phoenix Hall (Hōōdō) depicted on the 10-yen coin. Built in 1052 during the Heian period, it exemplifies Pure Land Buddhist architecture with its stunning Amida Buddha statue and elegant reflection in the pond.

Type

Buddhist Temple

Location

Uji

Founded

1052

Address

Renge-116 Uji, Kyoto 611-0021, Japan

611-0021

Phone

+81

Goshuin at Byodo-in Temple

Goshuin Available:

Yes