This temple is known as Jishoji, is a Rinzai Zen temple in Kyoto.This famoustemple is mostly barrier-free and easily accessible to wheelchair users. We recommend Ginkakuji Temple for a sunny day. Please see below for information in English on the temple.
- Facility OverviewFacility Name: Ginkakuji temple(Tozanjishouji)Address: 606-8402 Kyoto Sakyo-ku Ginkakuji-cho2Telephone Number: 075-771-5725Opening Hours: 8:30-17:00(March 1st-November 30th) 9:00-16:30(Decmber 1st-Februry 28th)Closed: NoneGeneral Admission Fee: 500JPYDiscount for those with Disabilities: Disability certificate issued in Japan and application form for exempted entrance feesrequired upon purchase.Home Page URL: https://www.shokoku-ji.jp/ginkakuji/AccessNearst Station/Bus Stop: Sky hop bus Ginkakuji bus stopDistance from Nearst Station/Bus Stop: 300mApproximate travel time from station/bus stop: 5 minute walk from the bus stop
- AccessabilitySuitable in All Weather: Not good for rainy days, All outdoorsEstimated Visiting time for Persons with Disabilities: 40-50minutesParking for those with Disabilities: NoMulitlingual Guidance Available: NoMap of Wheelchair accesible paths Available: NoBasic Information for AccessabilityStep into Entrance of Facility(Height): Apploximately 1cmWheelchair accessable Entryway option(Slope): NoneElevator: NoneNursing Room Available: NoneFirst Aid Room: NoneBabysitting/Childcare: NoneSensory Room: NonePrayer Room: NoneService Dogs Allowed: YesRentalsWheelchair Rental: NoBaby Buggy/Stroller Rental: NoAudio Guide Rental: NoOther Available Rentals: No
- Parking AreaMap from Parking to Facility Availale: NoMultilingual Guide Map of Parking Area Available: NoSurface type of Parking Area: N/AParking Area Facility with covered Roof Path: N/ADistance from Parking Area to an Indoor Facility: N/AParking Attendents Available: N/AInformation for those with Physical DisabilitiesParking Space for those with Disabilities Available: NoSteps on Pathway from Parking Area to Entryway: N/AVehicle Avaible to Drive up to Entryway for drop off: No
- ToiletRestroom Entryway Width: Approximately 100cmToilet Stall Entryway Width: 59 cmWestern Style Toilets Available: YesWestern style Toilets with Handrails Available: YesAvailability of heated bidet: YesToilet Information for those with Physical DisabilitiesToilet stall for those with Physical Disabilites: AvailableDoor Style: Sliding DoorDoor Width: 90 cmHandrail Available: L bar style & adustable U bar styleWarm Water Bidet Available: YesOstomate-compatile facilities: YesUniversal Changing bed(for adults): NoneEmmergency Alert Button in Stall: YesFor Young ChildrenBaby Chair in Restroom stalls: NoDiaper Changing Bed: YesFor the Visually ImpairedAudio Guide Available: NoBraille Guide, Braille Map Available: Braille on Toilet Operational Panel, No Braille MapToilet for Seeing Eye Dog Available: No
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- Paths & Walkways at FacilityUneven surfaces on Paths: Some, gravel paths and cobblestone pathsStairs at Facility: Steps at several pointsAccesibility Path around Steps: NonePathway Surfaces: Most paths are cobblestone or gravelInaccesible Areas to those with physical disabilities: NoneRest Area: Yes, Free rest area availableBraille Ground Blocks : NoneBraile Exhibit Guide Information: NoneOther difficult to traverse areas: Cobblestone path (30 metres) with an 8° slope in front of the main gateCondition of Stairways at FacilityWheelchair Stairlift Available: NoHandrail Available: NoBraille Labelled Handrails: No
- EscalatorsEscalator: NoneAudio Guidance to Escalator Available: N/AElevatorsNumber of Elevators Available: NoWidth Inside Elevator: N/ADoor Width: N/AWheelchair Accesible 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
- Accomodations for Different Needs at FacilitySupport & Guidance Available: N/AFacilities & Exhibits that are accessible to those with Physical Disabilities: N/AAreas not accessible to those with Physical Disabilities: NoneAudio Guide Available: N/ADisplays/Exhibits made for the Visually impaired & Blind: N/ADisplays/Exhibits made for the Hearing impaired & Deaf: N/ASpeech to Text Conversion Available: N/AMultilingual Displays: The brochure is available in multiple languagesMultilingual Audio Guide, Headset Audio Guide Available: N/AAccommodations provided by StaffStaff trained to accommodate those with Physical Dissabilities: N/AStaff trained to accommodate the Visually Impaired & Blind: N/AStaff trained to accomodate the Hearing Impairments & Deaf: N/AStaff can use Sign Language: N/AMultilingual Staff Available: N/A
- General InformationName: Ao onigiriType of food: Japanese rice ball shopOpening Hours: 9:00am - 4:30pmCafe Entryway & Interior InformationDoor Type: NoneDoor Width: 1mEntryway Steps (Height): N/ASlope in place of stairs: NoneSeats with Tables available: YesBaby chair/booster seat available: N/AOther Seating Information: N/AHallways width: N/AStaff Support(for buffet style meals): N/AMenuBraile Menu Available: N/AMenu with Photos: N/AMultilingual Menu Available: N/ASpecial AccomodationsAccommodation for Special Dietary Needs for those with disabilities: N/AVegeterian Meals: N/AHalal Meals: N/A