Hokyoji Temple Spring Doll Exhibition

Mar 1 – Apr 3, 2026

Hokyoji Temple (Temple of Dolls / Dodo Gosho)

Kyoto, KyotoKansai

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HIGHLIGHTS

Imperial dolls at the Temple of Dolls

About This Event

Hokyoji Temple is a Rinzai Zen convent known as the 'Temple of Dolls.' It houses numerous precious hina dolls and Kyoto dolls gifted by successive imperial families, including Emperor Kokaku. The Spring Doll Exhibition offers special public viewing of these treasures. On opening day, March 1, a Shimabara Tayu (courtesan) performs a ceremonial dance. This is a rare opportunity to view hina dolls hundreds of years old up close in the serene atmosphere of this distinguished temple also known as 'Dodo Gosho.'

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Event Information

Dates: Mar 1 – Apr 3, 2026
Hours: 10:00-16:00 (last entry 15:30)
Admission: Adults 600 yen, Children 300 yen
Venue: Hokyoji Temple (Temple of Dolls / Dodo Gosho)
Location: Kyoto, Kyoto
Access: About 10 min walk from Subway Karasuma Line Imadegawa Station. About 3 min walk from bus stop 'Horikawa Teranouchi'
Date source: Officially announced datesListed based on official announcements.