Temple gardens and a wooded valley.
Explore the temple grounds and choose the paid garden or bridge areas that interest you. Autumn foliage brings substantial queues.
The story behind this place
Its patron, the court official Kujo Michiie, wanted a great temple inspired by Nara’s Todaiji and Kofukuji. The name combines To from Todaiji with Fuku from Kofukuji. That small detail connects a Kyoto temple with two older centres of Buddhism in Nara.
Good to know
- Check the official opening calendar and last admission before travelling.
- Allow extra time for crowds, station walks and transport connections.
- Respect worshippers and follow posted photography rules.
Check the official visitor information ↗ before travelling.
