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ハリストス正教会

Kyoto Orthodox Church

A hidden gem in Kyoto’s city center, the Kyoto Orthodox Church offers a quiet space for worship and reflection, preserving the beauty of Eastern Orthodox tradition in Japan.

Attractions

Eastern Orthodoxy, Hidden Kyoto, Religious Services, Historic Architecture, Spiritual Landmark

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Nestled discreetly in a residential block of Nakagyo Ward, the Kyoto Orthodox Church—officially the Kyoto Parish of the Orthodox Church in Japan—serves as a spiritual home for Orthodox Christians in the Kansai region. Founded in the early 20th century, the church retains a modest wooden façade with a serene interior featuring a traditional iconostasis, incense-filled air, and candle-lit icon corners. Services are held in Japanese with traces of Church Slavonic, reflecting a living blend of Eastern Orthodox heritage and local expression. While not a tourist attraction in the conventional sense, visitors who enter respectfully will find a contemplative space set apart from the bustle of nearby Kyoto attractions. Ideal for those seeking stillness, sacred art, or cross-cultural spiritual encounter.

Facilities & Services

  • Sunday Divine Liturgy

  • Iconostasis and Interior Viewing

  • Small Bookstore and Icon Sales

  • Restrooms

  • Limited Seating (small congregation)

Contact

Address:

283 6-chome, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-0965

Phone:

075-231-2453

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