This masterpiece temple is well known as the head temple of Jodo-shu, a school of Buddism. It is partly barrier-free and accessible for wheelchair users. We recommend Chion-in for a sunny day. Please see below for information in English on the temple and barrier-free route.
- Facility OverviewFacility Name: Chion-inAddress: 605-8686 Kyoto Higashiyama-ku rinka-cho 400Telephone Number: 075-531-2140Opening Hours: 9:00am - 4:00pm (can be flexible depending on each facility)Closed: N/AGeneral Admission Fee: See below for the detailDiscount for those with Disabilities: Free with presentation of disability certificate issued in Japan.Home Page URL: https://www.chion-in.or.jp/
Website in Japanese: Top right hand corner has options for English.Admission FeeAdults
(high school students or older)Children
(primary school and junior high school students)Yuzenen Garden300JPY150JPYHojo Garden400JPY200JPYboth of the above500JPY250JPYAccessNearest Station/Bus Stop: Kyoto City Bus Route #206/86, Chion-in Bus StopDistance from Nearest Station/Bus Stop: 300mApproximate travel time from station/bus stop: 10 minute walk from Chion-in Bus Stop, then 2 minutes Shuttle Bus Ride from the Sanmon Gate to Mieido - AccessabilitySuitable in All Weather: Not good for rainy days, Mostly outdoors except for MikagedoEstimated Visiting time for Persons with Disabilities: 20 minutesParking for those with Disabilities: Not AvailableMultitlingual Guidance Available: NoMap of Wheelchair accessible paths Available: NoBasic Information for AccessabilityStep into Entrance of Facility(Height): Yes, height not availableWheelchair accessible Entryway option(Slope): ElevatorElevator: Yes, at Homu-to buildingNursing Room Available: NoneFirst Aid Room: NoneBabysitting/Childcare: NoneSensory Room: NonePrayer Room: NoneService Dogs Allowed: YesRentalsWheelchair Rental: Yes, two for outdoor, two for indoorBaby Buggy/Stroller Rental: NoAudio Guide Rental: NoOther Available Rentals: No
- Parking AreaMap from Parking to Facility Available: No Information AvailableMultilingual Guide Map of Parking Area Available: NoSurface type of Parking Area: GravelParking Area Facility with covered Roof Path: NoDistance from Parking Area to an Indoor Facility: No Information AvailableParking Attendants Available: No Information AvailableInformation for those with Physical DisabilitiesParking Space for those with Disabilities Available: NoSteps on Pathway from Parking Area to Entryway: N/AVehicle Available to Drive up to Entryway for drop off: No, but taxi can drop off passengers at Mieido rotary
- ToiletRestroom Entryway Width: No Information AvailableToilet Stall Entryway Width: No Information AvailableWestern Style Toilets Available: YesWestern style Toilets with Handrails Available: No Information AvailableAvailability of heated bidet: NoToilet Information for those with Physical DisabilitiesToilet stall for those with Physical Disabilities: Yes (toilet2 only, toilet 1 under construction)Door Style: Hinged doorDoor Width: 106 cmWidth inside Toilet Stall: No Information AvailableHandrail Available: L style bar on the left, adjustable U bar on the rightWarm Water Bidet Available: YesOstomate-compatible facilities: YesUniversal Changing bed(for adults): NoEmergency Alert Button in Stall: YesFor Young ChildrenBaby Chair in Restroom stalls: No Information AvailableDiaper Changing Bed: No Information AvailableFor the Visually ImpairedAudio Guide Available: NoBraille Guide, Braille Map Available: No Information AvailableToilet for Seeing Eye Dog Available: No
Wheelchair Accessibility from nearest station/bus stop |
Wheelchair Accessibility at facility |
Restrooms |
Elevator |
Parking
- Paths & Walkways at FacilityUneven surfaces on Paths: Cobblestone paths and stone pavementStairs at Facility: Steps at some pointsAccessibility Path around Steps: 6° Slope at the entrance gatePathway Surfaces: Most paths gravel or stone pavementInaccessible Areas to those with physical disabilities: Sanmon Gate, Hojo Garden, YuzenenRest Area: No Information AvailableBraille Ground Blocks : NoneBraile Exhibit Guide Information: NoneOther difficult to traverse areas: Areas with staircases or cobble stones on the way may not accessible for wheelchair usersCondition of Stairways at FacilityWheelchair Stairlift Available: NoHandrail Available: Almost all stairs have handrailsBraille Labelled Handrails: No
- EscalatorsEscalator: NoneAudio Guidance to Escalator Available: N/AElevatorsNumber of Elevators Available: NoneWidth Inside Elevator: N/ADoor Width: N/AWheelchair Accessible Control Panel: N/ARear-view Mirror in Elevator: N/AAudio guidance at Destination Floors: N/ABraille on Control Panel: N/AVisual Display of Destination Floor: N/AMultilingual Guidance: N/AMultilingual Control Pannel: N/A
- Accommodations for Different Needs at FacilitySupport & Guidance Available: Yes (need inquiry beforehand)Facilities & Exhibits that are accessible to those with Physical Disabilities: MieidoAreas not accessible to those with Physical Disabilities: Sanmon Gate, Hojo Garden, Yuzenen, AmidadoAudio Guide Available: NoDisplays/Exhibits made for the Visually impaired & Blind: NoneDisplays/Exhibits made for the Hearing impaired & Deaf: NoneSpeech to Text Conversion Available: NoneMultilingual Displays: NoneMultilingual Audio Guide, Headset Audio Guide Available: NoneAccommodations provided by StaffStaffed trained to accommodate those with Physical Dissabilities: NoStaff trained to accommodate the Visually Impaired & Blind: NoStaff trained to accommodate the Hearing Impairments & Deaf: NoStaff can use Sign Language: NoMultilingual Staff Available: Yes, two English staff available (not on steady basis)
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Thank you for visiting our site. With our nationally licensed guide's network, we have become known as one of the best DMCs in Japan as well. If your clients are looking for personable and tailor-made private tours, we offer you a special tour as per your request. Contact us
Thank you for visiting our site. With our nationally licensed guide's network, we have become known as one of the best DMCs in Japan as well. If your clients are looking for personable and tailor-made private tours, we offer you a special tour as per your request. Contact us