Saimyō-ji

The temple stands at the foot of mountains, featuring traditional Japanese architecture with a main hall and a three-story pagoda made entirely of cypress wood.

Established in 836 under Emperor Ninmyō's imperial order, the temple received its National Treasure designation for preserving architectural elements from the Kamakura period.

The temple forms part of Kotō Sanzan, a group of three notable temples in the eastern region of Lake Biwa that attract numerous pilgrims.

Visitors can access the temple grounds between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with final admission at 4:30 PM, for an entrance fee of 600 yen.

The temple grounds contain 1,000 maple trees that change colors in autumn and a designated natural monument cherry tree that blooms throughout the year.

Location: Kora

Inception: 836

Architectural style: Wayō

Part of: Kotō Sanzan, Shinbutsu Reijō Junpai no Michi, 49 svetih mest Saigokuja Jakušija

Website: https://saimyouji.com/english

GPS coordinates: 35.18350,136.28456

Latest update: May 12, 2025 06:11