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Jōjakkōji Temple

常寂光寺

This temple is quite beautiful in the autumn when the leaves are changing, and the view of the city from just above the pagoda is a truly spectacular.

Hours: Daily 09:00-17:00
Price: ¥400
Website: jojakko-ji.or.jp (opens in a new tab)

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