Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji, A Spiritual Journey Through Time

4220 Honmachi, Sakamoto, Otsu city, Shiga

You can avoid the crowds of tourists in Kyoto

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Introduction

Engakuji is a famous Buddhist temple located in Kamakura, Japan. It was founded in 1282 by Hojo Tokimune, a regent of the Kamakura shogunate, in memory of those who died defending Japan against the Mongolian invasions. The temple is known for its beautiful gardens and historic buildings, including the Great Bell and the Shariden, which houses a tooth relic of the Buddha. Engakuji is considered one of the most important Zen temples in Japan and attracts many visitors seeking spiritual and cultural experiences.

Address

4220 Honmachi, Sakamoto, Otsu city, Shiga

Opening hours

Dongta District:
March-November: 8:30 ~ 16:30
December: 9:00 ~ 16:00
January-February: 9:00 ~ 16:30
The entrance will be stopped half an hour before closing.

Transportation

(Towards Otsu) Take the Sakamoto Cable Car to the top of Mt. Hiei or (Towards Kyoto) take the Hieizan Ropeway to the top of Mt. Hiei. You can walk or take a bus that runs from March 20 to December 4 every year. The one-day bus pass on the mountain is 800 yen, which can be used for discounted admission tickets.

Phone +81 77-578-0001

Website http://www.hieizan.or.jp