Rinno-ji Temple
Rinno-ji Temple
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jjluke
Calgary, Canada2,047 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
The Rinno-ji Temple was the first of our many shrines we visited during our trip to Nikko. It is grandiose and a marvel unto itself from a size and presence standpoint. However, from a context perspective, as beautiful as this shrine was, the entry fee was a bit pricier we felt compared to others we visited during our trip. There isn't much compared to others, but it is worth at least a visit though. If you do decide to check it out, suggest you do the entire package including the museum/gardens while you are there.
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Written August 22, 2023
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Brian5900
California435 contributions
May 2017 • Couples
As other people said, this temple is under renovation with a building covering it. What I couldn't believe is that you still need to buy a ticket to get in. In fact, all the Nikko shrines were so commercialized that you need to pay for everything and they are not cheap! When we were in Kyoto, we also had to pay to visit the temples but they were token fees and the Kyoto shrines/temples were so much more beautiful. I would skip most of the shrines if I were you.
Written May 15, 2017
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Raymond
Melbourne, Australia188 contributions
Aug 2015 • Solo
This temple is in major renovation therefore you won't be able to see any interesting stuffs besides the renovation, constructions, or this is your first time to see how does temple feel like, or you like to know more about the history or development of the temple. Otherwise, please go directly to Toshogu shrine.
Written August 27, 2015
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Oscar F
Beijing, China119 contributions
Jul 2016 • Friends
Nikko is a nice small city. Nice for a long day walk. The temple is nice but was under construction. Is you have enough time, totally worth it. if you need more time in the big cities like tokyo, kyoto and osaka you can miss it. If you speak spanish, in asakusa station when you buy the train ticket there is a lady japanese-peruvian in the staff who can help you.
Written April 2, 2017
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Don P
Dallas, TX13,818 contributions
Aug 2015 • Couples
In August 2015 it is under construction you can not really see it. Grounds are nice but recommend you walk on by to the other wonderful shrines.
Written August 15, 2015
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BrakiWorldTraveler
Belgrade, Serbia19,409 contributions
Apr 2015 • Couples
This Buddhist temple certainly doesn't deserve only two stars. This is only because it is currently under renovation, and it will remain so for another 5 years.
You can enter the construction site for a small fee (around 300 Yen) if I remember correctly, but there's really nothing to see except work in progress and two Buddhas.
You can enter the construction site for a small fee (around 300 Yen) if I remember correctly, but there's really nothing to see except work in progress and two Buddhas.
Written April 30, 2015
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melbourneVEG
Melbourne, Australia26 contributions
Dec 2014 • Couples
I respectfully disagree with other reviewers comments - seeing the restoration in progress of this temple is fascinating. Where else can you see an ancient temple which has been pulled apart into all it's components - this gives you an appreciation of the workmanship, scale and skill that is normally hidden from view in all the other temples I have seen. Well worth the modest entry price on your way to Toshu Shrine next door.
Written December 26, 2014
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Trav53
Eastbourne155 contributions
Nov 2014 • Solo
Renovation of this World Heritage Site unti 2021 means that there is almost nothing to see apart from two of the 3 famous Buddhas, including the one with the 1000 arms, and some other assorted statuary. It was certainly not worth the 400 Yen admission but I suppose that they need the money to go towards the costs of the renovations!
Written December 1, 2014
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carlwtb
Chicago, IL26 contributions
Nov 2019
Compared to the other shrines at Nikko, this one's a bit underwhelming, though the three Buddha statues are magnificent. The real gem here in my opinion is the Japanese garden attached to the Rennouji treasure house. It's a compact work of art.
Written December 9, 2019
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Martin S
Sydney, Australia122 contributions
Nov 2019
Rinnoji is untypical in style to other temples in Japan and for me was one of the most memorable. The intricate carvings of animals are greatly prized and the use of colour makes the buildings stand out from the forest around them.The setting is stunning particularly in autumn when the leaves are hues of yellow and orange. Entry fees are not covered under the Nikko pass but the fees are reasonable.
Written November 23, 2019
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Hola 👋 voy a finales de mayo 2018, no sé si seguirá en obras y si a pesar de eso merece hacer la excursión desde Tokyo a Nikko??? 🤔 O si mejor ne busco otro destino para ese dÃa. Gracias
Written April 16, 2018
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