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Mount Asei Jorakuji Temple

  • ID:2261
  • 2261(21)
  • 2261(20)
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This is a historic temple in Konan City, which was founded in the early 700s and whose main hall and three-storied pagoda are among the three national treasures of Konan.
Mount Asei is the highest peak in Konan City, and there are two temples at the top: Chojuji Temple and Jorakuji Temple. Joraku-ji Temple is called Sai-ji Temple as opposed to Choju-ji Temple.

Many historical buildings remain within the grounds of Joraku-ji Temple, including the main hall and three-storied pagoda, which are national treasures, a Jodo Mandala painted on silk in color, a Buddha Reclining Buddha in color on silk, and a wooden seated statue of Shakyamuni Buddha, all designated as important cultural properties. In particular, the main hall is designated as a national important cultural property as a representative wooden building of the early Heian period.

In autumn, it is also a famous place for viewing the autumn leaves.

Advance reservations are required for viewing. No reservations are required during the special autumn leaves viewing period.
[Admission Fee]
Adults: ¥600
High School & Junior High School Students: ¥300

[Hours]
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

[Closed]
Mid-December – End of January

[Parking]
Free
    Category
    湖南history
    Adress
    滋賀県湖南市西寺6丁目5−1
    Official Website
    https://www.biwako-visitors.jp/spot/detail/462/
    TEL
    0748-77-3089

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