How do I get to Jindaiji Temple?

The nearest station is Bus from Chofu (Keio) or Kichijoji (JR). Jindaiji Temple is in Chofu, Tokyo.

How much does Jindaiji Temple cost?

Nothing. Jindaiji Temple is free to visit.

⛩ Shrine

Jindaiji Temple

Tokyo's second oldest temple, founded in 733 AD, sitting in a leafy pocket of Chofu that feels like a country village. The approach is lined with water wheels, old thatched shops, and soba restaurants fed by natural spring water.

Nearest station Bus from Chofu (Keio) or Kichijoji (JR)

Cost Free

Time needed 2 hours

Best time Weekday lunch for soba

Free

Insider tip

The temple is famous for jindaiji soba, eat at one of the twenty-plus soba houses around the gate. Combine with the botanical gardens up the hill. About 25 minutes by bus from Chofu or Kichijoji stations.

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Nearby

Where Daniel Proposed Chofu · 1 min walk Jindai Botanical Gardens Chofu · 6 min walk Ghibli Museum Mitaka · 3.6 km away

Good to know

How do I get to Jindaiji Temple?: The nearest station is Bus from Chofu (Keio) or Kichijoji (JR). Jindaiji Temple is in Chofu, Tokyo.
How much does Jindaiji Temple cost?: Nothing. Jindaiji Temple is free to visit.
How long do you need at Jindaiji Temple?: Plan for 2 hours.
When is the best time to visit Jindaiji Temple?: Weekday lunch for soba.

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