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Hieizan Enryakuji Temple

比叡山延暦寺
Approx. 2 hrs by train / Approx. 1 hrs 30 mins by car

This temple is located on Hieizan Mountain and encompasses an expansive area there to wish for world peace.
Hieizan Mountain is also the ideal location for viewing the famous Lake Biwa.
You can visit the temple rather easily using the Hieizan Driveway, cable or buses to reach the summit.

Address 4220, Sakamotohommachi, Otsu-shi, Shiga, 520-0116, Japan
Hours 8:30AM - 4:30PM (Saito and Yokokawa are open until 4:00PM)
*Hours are subject to change depending on the season
Fee Adults: 550 yen
Children (12-18yrs): 350 yen
Children below 6 years old are free
Regular holiday No holidays
Official website http://en.biwako-visitors.jp/spot/detail/112