Joryuji Temple

ABOUT
THIS
SPOT

Joryuji Temple is home to the tombstone of Saheiji Kinuya, one of the founders of Tango Chirimen Silk and it is the Bodaiji (family temple) of the Kyogoku clan, who ruled the Mineyama domain in the Edo Period (1603-1868 CE).

Every year, a memorial service is held in honour of Saheiji to commemorate his achievements.

OTHER
FACTS

Recommended Experience: Visit a Tango Chirimen Silk Weaver

Nearby Points of Interest:

Onojin Shoyu & Miso – Shopping

Toda Fugetsu-do – Japanese Confectionary

Zenjoji Temple – Cultural Sightseeing

Kotohira Shrine – Cultural Sightseeing

Hinumanai Shrine – Cultural Sightseeing

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DETAILS

Address: 68 Miniyamacho Yoshiwara, Kyotango, Kyoto, 627-0021

Website: https://www.uminokyoto.jp/spot/detail.php?sid=246

(Japanese only)