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- Gesshoji Temple: Beloved by Lafcadio Hearn (Koizumi Yakumo)
Gesshoji Temple: Beloved by Lafcadio Hearn (Koizumi Yakumo)
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The temple grounds are planted with hydrangeas, and it is also known as the Hydrangea Temple. During the blooming season, the temple attracts many tourists.
The Japanese garden, as seen from the tatami room, is also very beautiful.
Adults: 700 yen
Elementary and junior high school students: 500 yen
[Visiting Hours]
10:00-16:00 (entrance closes at 15:30)
June only: 8:30-17:30 (entrance closes at 17:00)
[Parking]
Free
- Category
- 松江｜Temple-shrine｜寺
- Adress
- ⧉ 島根県松江市外中原町１７９ [View Map]
- Official Website
- ⧉ https://gesshoji-matsue.com/
- TEL
- ⧉ 0852-21-6056 (from overseas: +81-852-21-6056)
（Info may be outdated. Check official site or call for updates.）
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