Unjuji Temple

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A tranquil space where history and nature harmonize. The beautiful carvings of celestial maidens on the bell tower are also a highlight.

  • Shrines and Temples
Tourist destination images of Unjuji Temple(1)

Highlights

  1. Historically significant mountain gate
  2. Tranquil temple grounds
  3. Celestial maiden carvings on the bell tower
  4. Dry landscape garden
  5. Oni and Tennyo Fuku-meguri pilgrimage with Kiyomizu Temple

Basic Information

Address
281, Kiyioi-cho, Yasugi City, Shimane Prefecture, Japan Search for tourist attractions in Shimane
Access
Take National Route 54 to Prefectural Road Yoshida-Mitoya Line (Prefectural Road 272), heading towards Iishi. From the Iishi bus stop, continue straight for about 260 meters towards Iishi, cross Takiguchi Bridge, and follow Shi-do Takunaga Rokuju Line, following the signs to "Unmi no Taki (Cloud View Waterfall)". Show route
Op.Hours
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sunday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Cld.Days
None
Fee
Free
HP
https://unjuji.com/

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