Hōkan-ji Temple - Yasaka-no-Tou is a street art installation in Gion, Higashiyama in Kyoto. This place has 2145 reviews and an average rating of 4.5 of 5. This is a great rating.
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Reviews from visitors:
Beautiful. Astonishing. There is a whole big block to visit and see there. Make sure to bring money and go early in order to not let things and shops closed to you.
Really liked this temple because of its iconic design. Probably one of the more favorite temples on the entire trip. It wasn't too crowded here and the pagoda is going to be filled up with small shops, restaurants, perfect place to spend your time. Absolutely recommend the trip. Great to start off at and make your way to the other temples and shrines in the area. Easily accessible and easy to find. Visited on Spring 2018
It was like I was sent back to old times. There must be very crowded usually, so I’d say around 8~9pm is good time to go there.
Very beautiful scene temple in the middle of old kyoto neighborhood
My wife and I were looking for a good Kyoto experience in the Gion area and found this little place for renting a woman's and man's kimono. The dresser, Yuko, was so friendly and easy to talk to. She got us dressed in our superbly outfitted kimonos and we had great time walking around and being past of the atmosphere. Very much recommend this store!
Other street art nearby:
1 Kyoto Ceramic Center (Kyoto Ceramic Art Association Official Shop and Gallery)
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2 Hanamikoji Street
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3 BnA Alter Museum
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