Kyourinbo Temple

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Experience the tranquility of a centuries-old temple, enjoying the beauty of its ever-changing gardens throughout the seasons.

Historic Sites
Shrines and Temples
Japanese Gardens
Flower Viewing

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HighlightsA historic temple founded by Prince Shotoku
Known for its stunning autumn foliage
A beautiful garden attributed to Kobori Enshu
Moss-covered stones and boulders scattered throughout
A Shoin and mountain gate evoking a sense of wabi-sabi

Basic Information

Address: 1145 Ishiji, Azuchi-cho, Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Shiga

Access: 60-minute walk or 10-minute taxi ride from Azuchi Station on the JR Tokaido Main Line (Biwa Lake Line). While infrequent and operating only on weekdays, the AkaKon Bus (city bus) from Azuchi Station offers an alternative; get off at the Ishijider Higashide bus stop, a 5-minute walk from there. A 20-minute drive from the Ryuo IC and a 50-minute drive from the Hikone IC on the Meishin Expressway. Show route

Op.Hours: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM (Open only on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays in April, May, June, and October)

Cld.Days: Closed from November 1st to December 15th. Other closures are unannounced.

Fee: Admission Fee: Adults ¥600, Elementary/Junior High School Students ¥200 (April, May, June, and October Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays only)

INFO: Parking available (80 cars, 8 large buses). Prior contact is required for bus visits. Aka-kon buses operate from Omihachiman Station (JR Tokaido Main Line (Biwa-ko Line)).

HP: https://kyourinbo.jimdo.com/

Overview

Kyourinbo Temple, located in Azuchi-cho, Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture, is a Tendai Buddhist temple with a long history, founded by Prince Shotoku. Its principal image is the Sekikawa Kannon, a stone Buddha statue enshrined in a stone cave and attributed to Prince Shotoku, which has been an object of deep faith for centuries. Known especially as a stunning autumn foliage spot, the temple grounds are ablaze with crimson leaves in the fall. The garden, attributed to Kobori Enshu, is a Momoyama-era strolling garden featuring a pond and various elements, with moss-covered stones and boulders creating a beautiful landscape throughout the year. The Shoin (study), a designated tangible cultural property of the city, and the mountain gate are both Edo-period thatched structures that, together with the garden, evoke a sense of wabi-sabi (beauty of imperfection). In spring, the fresh green leaves are captivating, while the autumn leaves are breathtaking. This is a healing space where you can feel the passage of history and the embrace of nature in serene silence, captivating all who visit. Kyourinbo Temple is conveniently located near other sightseeing spots such as Azuchi Castle Ruins and Kanon Shoji Temple, allowing for a leisurely day of exploration. Moreover, Kyourinbo Temple also offers lodging; it’s a perfect place for those seeking rest and rejuvenation in the peaceful atmosphere of a temple.