Kongourin-ji Temple
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Kongourin-ji Temple is a Tendai Buddhist temple surrounded by abundant nature. Enjoy the beautiful scenery throughout the year, with cherry blossoms in spring and vibrant autumn leaves.
Highlights
- Historic Stone Buddhas and Statues
- Stunning Seasonal Scenery
- Cherry Blossoms in Spring
- Autumn Leaves
- Abundant Nature
Basic Information
- Address
- 874 Matsuoji, Aisho-cho, Echi-gun, Shiga Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Shiga
- Access
- By train: Get off at JR Biwako Line's Omihachiman Station, then transfer to the Omi Railway and get off at Yokaichi Station. From there, take a taxi (approx. 10 minutes) or the Chokoto Bus (Aitohoku loop, approx. 30 minutes) to "Hakuja-ji Honbo-mae" stop. By car: 10 minutes from the Meishin Expressway's Yokaichi IC (cross National Route 307 at the Ikenojirisu signal, then 5 more minutes). Show route
- Op.Hours
- 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (Mountain closes at 5:00 PM)
- Cld.Days
- Open every day
- Fee
- ¥800 per person (¥700 per person for groups of 20 or more)
Overview
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