Temple · Arashiyama
Nison-in
二尊院
A Tendai temple founded in the mid 9th century on the hillside north of the bamboo grove, with large halls looking out over the city. Its name refers to its two principal images, of the Buddhas Shaka and Amida.
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Nearby places
- Jojakko-ji Temple about 3 min on foot
- Gio-ji Temple about 3 min on foot
- Saga-Toriimoto preserved street Street about 7 min on foot
- Okochi Sanso Garden about 7 min on foot
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Nature about 8 min on foot
- Seiryo-ji (Saga Shakado) Temple about 8 min on foot
Walking times are estimates from the straight-line distance.
Neighbourhood
Arashiyama and Sagano: what to see and do
The riverside and hillside district on Kyoto's western edge around Togetsukyo Bridge, Tenryu-ji and the bamboo grove.
Where to stay near Nison-in
This place is in Arashiyama and Sagano, where the median hotel rate in the latest sample was US$239 per night. Where to stay in Arashiyama and Sagano: stations, pros and cons, hotel types
Prices and availability come from the booking sites and can change.
Sources · Verified 25 September 2026