Kyoto · Eastern Kyoto / Keage
Choose a garden, a gate and a longer look.
Nanzenji combines a spacious temple precinct with separately ticketed sights. Decide whether you want garden views, the Sanmon gate or a shorter walk around the grounds, then give that choice enough time.
- Grounds
- Free; paid areas separate
- Hojo garden
- Adult ¥600
- Sanmon gate
- Adult ¥600
- Mar–Nov hours
- 08:40–17:00
- Dec–Feb hours
- 08:40–16:30; last entry 20 min earlier
- Suggested time
- 60–90 minutes
One temple, several tickets
The Hojo garden and Sanmon gate each require their own admission. The brick aqueduct adds another architectural layer to the precinct walk. There are steps and slopes, so choose the route to suit your mobility rather than assuming every area is equally accessible.
Check restoration and seasonal access
Do not assume Nanzen-in is open: access has been affected by roof work and special openings. Consult the current official notices before adding it. General paid visits close from 28–31 December; last admission is 20 minutes before the listed closing time.
Location & access
Nanzenji
86 Nanzenji Fukuchi-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
Neighbourhood
Kyoto · Eastern Kyoto / Keage
About 10 minutes on foot from Keage subway station.
Keep exploring
Sources & planning links
- Nanzenji — admission and opening hours
- Nanzenji — current access notices
- JR Central — location and precinct guide
Visitor information checked on 2 November 2026. Suggested visit lengths are TokyoWaltz planning estimates. Check official notices for changes to hours, admission and access.