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The buildings of Uda's era have long since vanished, destroyed by some of the many fires that ravaged the site. Many of the buildings that survive are from the 16th and 17th centuries, while others are far more recent. The Omuro-gosho, a palace-like compound at the southwest corner of the temple, is thought to be the site of the original temple. Over time it evolved into a shinden-style estate where the head priest lived in surroundings that recalled the Heian-era mansions of the 11th century. It was reconstructed in the early 20th century with careful attention to detail.
The northern half of the temple grounds comprises a large courtyard with many buildings that include a Golden Hall, a five-story pagoda, a scripture house, a bell tower, and smaller shrines. The oldest surviving buildings in the temple may be found here.
Behind the temple there is a miniature version of the renowned 88-temple pilgrimage in Shikoku.
Ninnaji is a 5-10 minute walk west of Ryoanji and just a few steps from Omuro Station on the Keifuku Kitano Line, a small, tram like train, which connects Arashiyama with the Kitano district.
Hours : 9:00/16:30 (entrance until 16:00) - No closing dates
Admission : Free (temple grounds) - 500 yen (former palace buildings) |
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