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Opened for Daitokuji's 700th anniversary, this subtemple shows the Jikichu-tei garden attributed to Sen no Rikyu and the Sakumu-ken tea room in the taste of Takeno Joo. The kuri (Important Cultural Property) is also open, and extra closing days may be added for temple services.

Dates

Oct 9 (Fri) – Dec 6 (Sun)

Hours

Last entry 15:45

Venue

Obaiin, Daitokuji Temple

Nearest station

Kitaoji

Admission

Adults 1,000 yen; junior high and high school students 500 yen; elementary school age and younger free (with a guardian)

About this event

Obaiin, a subtemple of Daitokuji, opens to the public this autumn to mark the 700th anniversary of Daitokuji's founding. Visitors can see the Jikichu-tei garden, attributed to the tea master Sen no Rikyu, and the Sakumu-ken tea room built in the taste of his teacher Takeno Joo. The kuri (priests' quarters), an Important Cultural Property, is also open.

Highlights

• Jikichu-tei garden attributed to Sen no Rikyu
• Sakumu-ken tea room in the taste of Takeno Joo
• The kuri, an Important Cultural Property

Good for

Visitors interested in tea culture and Zen temple gardens

Good to know before you go

• Last entry 15:45
• Extra closing days may be added for temple services

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FAQ

What is Daitokuji Obaiin Autumn Special Opening?

Obaiin, a subtemple of Daitokuji, opens to the public this autumn to mark the 700th anniversary of Daitokuji's founding. Visitors can see the Jikichu-tei garden, attributed to the tea master Sen no Rikyu, and the Sakumu-ken tea room built in the taste of his teacher Takeno Joo. The kuri (priests' quarters), an Important Cultural Property, is also open.

When is Daitokuji Obaiin Autumn Special Opening?

From Oct 9 (Fri) to Dec 6 (Sun), 2026.

What are the opening hours?

Last entry 15:45

How much does it cost?

Adults 1,000 yen; junior high and high school students 500 yen; elementary school age and younger free (with a guardian)

Where is it and what is the nearest station?

Obaiin, Daitokuji Temple. The nearest station is Kitaoji.

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