Kyoto Recommedation: Kyoto Three Most Famous Temples Relaxing Day Tour Since Kinkakuji, Ginkakuji and Kiyomizudera Temple are the three most-visit temples in Kyoto, info of these three temples is frequently asked. Thus, here some FAQS concerning the three temples are uncovered in this article, which may be helpful to those who is planning to visit these temples. ![]() Kinkakuji Temple Questions & Answers
Q: How to go to Kinkaku-ji Pavilion from Kodaiji Temple? And how to go to Namba from Kinkaku-ji Pavilion?
A: Namba subway station - (Midosuji Line)- Umeda - (JR Kyoto Line) - JR Kyoto Station
There is no subway nor train to Kinkakuji, therefore, take a bus to Kinkauji.
Please be noted that Namba and Umeda(JR Osaka), JR Kyoto Station are very big and each of them have many lines, so difficult to find an appropriate line.
![]() ![]() Q: How much time is recommended at Kinkaku-ji?
A: Agreed an hour is sufficient time. It is very close to the car / coach parking and easily accessible. If you just want to walk up and say you've seen it then 10-15m is enough. To enjoy the area and truly appreciate the surroundings then an hour is a good estimate.
![]() Q: What is the weather like in Japan later march-early april?
A: It's the perfect season to visit Japan if you are like to see cherry blossoms (Sakura) there. Need a light jacket. Rain is less.
![]() Q: If we would like to go for a weekend, where should we go and what to do in Kyoto?
A: Since Kyoto is an ancient city with plenty of historic attractions. Thus temples and shrines are the most recommended places to go. There are some most-visit temples, such as Kinkakuji Temple, Ginkakuji Temple, Kiyomizudera Temple and Kyoto Imperial Palace. Just in case you wanna stroll into some shopping street, there are generally shopping area outside the temples. So you can do some shopping after visiting those temples.
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