Hokyo-ji Temple Autumn Doll Exhibition

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Dolls displayed at a former imperial convent once headed by generations of imperial princesses

Hokyo-ji in Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, is a former imperial convent carrying on the lineage of Keiai-ji, once ranked first among the 'Five Mountains' of nunneries in medieval Kyoto. Known as the 'Temple of Dolls,' it opens to the public only twice a year, in spring and autumn. It was founded by Princess Karinnomiya Egon, daughter of Emperor Kogon, and many imperial princesses later served as its head, earning it the honorific title 'Dodo Gosho.' The 2026 autumn doll exhibition runs November 1 (Sun) to November 20 (Fri), 10:00-16:00 (gates close then, last entry 15:30). Admission is 600 yen for adults, 300 yen for children, with group discounts for 20 or more visitors.