[A Sub-temple of Kinkai Komyo-ji] This temple is proud of its Japanese garden, where visitors can experience the changing seasons through weeping cherry blossoms, fireflies, and autumn foliage. 金光院 [京都市左京区] Main Hall Tatami Room

▼About Konko-in Temple
Affectionately known as “Kurotani-san,” Konko-in is one of the sub-temples of Konkai Komyo-ji, the head temple of the Jodo sect.
While Kyoto is home to many representative temples—including the birthplace of the “Shinsengumi”—Kōmyō-in was the very first of the 18 sub-temples to be built. It is a truly unique temple, founded after receiving the precious characters “Kin” (Gold) and “Kō” (Light) from its head temple, Kinkai Kōmyō-ji.
Please spend a relaxing moment in our traditional wooden buildings while gazing out at the Japanese garden. We offer a space where you can find peace for both body and mind in this sacred temple with 460 years of history.

*Please note that although the names are very similar, [Kinkoin] is a sub-temple of Kinkakumyoji Temple.
Please do not confuse us with Kinkakumyoji Temple (the main temple). Please refrain from directing inquiries to the main temple. [Kinkoin] is located two buildings to the left of Kurotani Kindergarten within the grounds.

▼About the Space
The main hall features a glass-walled layout consisting of a 12.5-tatami-mat room connected to a 10-tatami-mat room, creating an open space with a view of the spacious garden.
Fireflies thrive in the stream of our Japanese garden, which showcases the colors of the four seasons, such as weeping cherry blossoms and autumn foliage. You can view the fireflies from late May to mid-June.
For evening use, we can illuminate the garden. Please contact us in advance if you are interested.

At Konko-in, we operate the temple with the vision of utilizing this sacred space to create “an open temple, a temple that contributes to the community, and ultimately, a temple that is a happy place.”

In March 2025, we opened our temple lodging, “Konko-in Hotaru-an.”On days when there are no guests staying overnight, the rooms may be available for photography or other uses. Please contact us if you are interested.
In addition, although it operates on an irregular schedule, we have a temple café called “Kurotani Konko-in: A Whimsical Café at the Temple.” For those using the space, we can provide food and beverages if you make a reservation in advance.

In February 2025, we converted a vacant lot of about 150 square meters (formerly used as a vegetable garden) next to the garden into a lawn area and planted 18 cherry trees. This space can be used for various purposes, such as events and cherry blossom viewing.Furthermore, while walking pets is not permitted within the grounds of Kinkaku Kōmyō-ji Temple, pets—including dogs in a dog run—are welcome on the lawn area at Kinkō-in. However, since Kinkō-in is located within the grounds of Kinkaku Kōmyō-ji Temple, you will need to carry your pet or have them carried to Kinkō-in while on the temple grounds.

▼Regarding Fees
The fee is 2,900 yen per hour for groups of up to 20 people.
Please contact us in advance for groups of 20 or more.

▼ Other Services
・Food and Beverages
We have a café on-site, so we generally ask that you order from the café. However, please consult with us if you wish to bring your own food or have it delivered.Please consult us in advance if you have a budget.
Please let us know in advance if you would like to order desserts or meals.
Alcohol can be provided, but outside alcohol is not permitted.
・Dinner Parties
We can arrange dinner parties featuring private chefs or catered meals through our affiliated temple lodging services.The minimum group size is 2 people and the maximum is 16; the number of guests accepted varies by chef.
Menu options include Japanese kaiseki cuisine, sushi, Chinese cuisine, teppanyaki steak, French cuisine, Italian cuisine, catered kaiseki meals, and bento boxes.

▼Regarding Use on the Day of Your Visit
・Please make your reservation well in advance to allow time for preparation.
・If there are many guests, please notify the temple staff only after all participants have arrived.
・If not everyone arrives by the scheduled time, we ask that the representative be guided to the room.
・After your use, please be sure to notify a temple staff member before leaving the room.

▼Prohibited Activities
To ensure consideration for neighbors and prevent disturbances, the following behaviors are prohibited.
If these rules are not observed, we may be forced to cancel your reservation for the day.
・Shouting, causing a disturbance, or loitering outside the designated space (near the entrance, in common areas, or in other rooms)
・Damaging or defacing the space.
・Religious events of any kind.
・Any other behavior contrary to public order and morals.
・Activities such as calligraphy that make it difficult to restore the tatami mats or other furnishings to their original condition are not permitted.

▼Important Notes
・Even if the calendar shows availability, we may not be able to accommodate your request depending on the time slot, so please inquire in advance.
・We ask that you take all trash with you, but there is no need to clean up or take home food and drinks ordered through us.
・"Kinkoin" is located two houses to the left of Kurotani Kindergarten within the grounds of Konkai Komyoji Temple.
・Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the venue. Smoking is permitted only in the designated area (the garden).
・If you wish to take photographs, please provide details regarding the shoot.
・If you are holding a tea ceremony, please bring all necessary items with you.
・Playing musical instruments is permitted, but please refrain from playing drums.