Where do I pick up my temple admission ticket?

Head to the reception counter at Hanagokoro restaurant when you arrive. Staff will hand over your admission ticket there — you do not need to go to a separate ticket office at the temple.

Is this a guided tour or do I explore alone?

This is a self-guided experience. You receive your admission ticket and then explore Myoshinji and Taizo-in at your own pace, without a guide or fixed group.

Can I cancel if my plans change?

Please check the cancellation policy shown at checkout, as terms depend on how far in advance you cancel. Booking conditions are confirmed at the time of purchase.

Do I need to print my ticket or is a mobile ticket accepted?

Your booking confirmation is all you need to show at the Hanagokoro reception counter. A mobile screen is generally sufficient, but having a printed copy as a backup is always a sensible precaution.

Is Myoshinji accessible for visitors with mobility difficulties?

The temple complex is largely outdoors with gravel paths and some steps. If you have specific accessibility requirements, we recommend contacting us before booking so we can advise accurately.

What kind of food is served at Hanagokoro?

Hanagokoro serves authentic Kyoto cuisine — expect refined, locally influenced dishes in keeping with the temple surroundings. Specific menu items may vary by season.

Myoshinji Temple Self-Guided Tour with Lunch

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Duration

4 hours

Cancellation

Free cancellation 48hrs

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Temple admission to Myoshinji complex including Taizo-in

Lunch at Hanagokoro restaurant

Not included

Transport to and from the meeting point

Personal expenses and additional food or drinks beyond the included lunch

Meeting point

Hanagokoro, 1-5 Hanazono Kizuji Kitamachi, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan

1Make your way directly to Hanagokoro restaurant. Proceed to the reception counter on arrival to collect your Myoshinji temple admission ticket before heading into the complex.

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Know before you go

Collect your temple admission ticket at the Hanagokoro reception counter before entering the complex

Myoshinji is an active Zen monastery — please dress modestly and keep noise to a minimum

Gravel paths and uneven surfaces are common throughout the temple grounds; flat, sturdy footwear is recommended

Photography rules vary by sub-temple; look out for signage inside Taizo-in regarding ink paintings and interior spaces

Good to know

Group sizeSelf-guided — suitable for solo travellers, couples and small groups

AccessibilityPartially accessible — outdoor gravel paths and steps may present challenges; contact us for specific needs

LanguagesSelf-guided experience; no guided commentary language required

Myoshinji Temple Self-Guided Tour with Lunch

Myoshinji Temple Self-Guided Tour with Lunch

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