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 |