Somedono-in Temple — Attraction in Kyoto

This is a lovely little temple that feels like an amazing escape from the shopping streets just near by, and it's nice to walk through from the chestnut stall. I recommend looking up the history of this temple too, as despite it being small and hidden it's very interesting and if you know someone who is pregnant, it would be great to pray for them here. Also, the jizo are very charming.

I revisited a few times until finally I managed to find the temple was open, and after praying I pressed the buzzer to summon the attendant, asking in Japanese if goshuin were available. He explained to me in English that it was only written and not on paper, but unfortunately I left my goshuincho in my luggage that was being couriered that day, so I was unable to get a goshuin temple stamp. He was a little abrupt so it was a little awkward, but it was my fault really, and I'm sure he gets a lot of clueless tourists passing by, so I don't feel I can fairly deduct from the rating for it. I would like to get all the goshuin in the teramachidori area. Hopefully next time...

This is a hidden shrine in Nishiki Shopping Street of Kyoto Located on Shijo-dori. It is said that Emporor Seiwa was born when Empress Somedono prayed at this jizo. This shrine is popular for granting safe childbirth. Get one of the 8 Goshuin here. Recommend to visit at night. Ring the bell if you want to buy charms or get Goshuin. Goshuin book are not sold here, recommend to get one at nearby Nishiki Shopping Street. The lantern will be brightly...

Somedono-in Temple is quietly located near the southern end of the Shinkyogoku shopping arcade. Just to the south is Shijo-dori, a busy street with many people and cars passing by, but the cool sound of the wind chimes echoing in the temple grounds is soothing...