A beautiful place but a little touristy. I completed my 88 temple journey after 30 days and loved seeing the main hall. The place is gorgeous and had beautiful trees everywhere.

Easily the most picturesque temple we have visited among the 88 in the pilgrimage. Beautiful autumn foliage and ancient religious buildings make for fabulous photo ops.

The "end of the road" of the Shikoku Pilgrimage, but this is just the end of the circle you traveled as a pilgrim. And many more will continue the route again. Here you will find many staffs left by pilgrims who have returned to their former lives, and where if you have completed the pilgrimage on foot, you can receive certification as a pilgrimage ambassador. For an historical note, he main deity of this temple is Yakushi Nyorai. Yakushi Nyorai is the Buddha of Medicine. “Yakushi” means, “medicine teacher”. He is typically displayed as holding a medicine jar in his left hand and the right hand is raised in a “fear not” position. Sometimes the left hand is in a “wish granting” position instead.

88th Buddhist Temple of Shikoku.

Awesome autumn sights. Took me some time to get there by community bus. ¥500 yen one way. Nothing much to do there except enjoy the view and pay for good luck.

This is the number 88 temple that is the end of the Shikoku Henro pilgrimage. Otherwise it's another example of a historical and beautiful temple in Shikoku Japan. It's easy to get to by car, however allow some time for the drive.

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Such a beautiful temple in Kyoto. My favorite part was one of 'wise saying' displayed by temple. 'これからが これまでをきめる' was touching my heart. I took it as 'It doesn't matter what you did or who you were until now. It matters only what you are gonna do and who you are gonna be from now on.' I used to live in Japan when I was in early 20s. Hope I wasn't wrong.

I’ve been to Kyoto several times and always make a point to stop here. There’s something beautiful but haunting about the temple that I find hard to describe. It’s an active Temple so you may find ongoing service during your visit. Just remember to be respectful, take your shoes off and refrain from taking photos inside.

This beautiful temple is about 10 min walk from Kyoto station. The temple was initially built in the 12th century. It was destroyed by fire and rebuilt several times, ultimately in 1911 the 28 meter hall gate was built. The massive wooden pillars of the temple is something unique, not seen in other places. The temple closes by 5 PM. Must visit place in Kyoto

Quite possibly one of the highlights of our trip. It's a hidden (from tourists) gem. Given the amazing architecture and spiritual vibe the place has, it's quite surprising how little tourists there are. Although the area open for visit (as of 2020) are quite small, and you could probably cover the whole place in under 20 minutes, it has quite a charm to it. Definitely a must go, especially before more tourists come to the place. Just hang around and appreciate the place ;)

Quite good and big buddhist temple. This place is open for everybody from early morning and quite good place to enjoy the atmosphere of the historic city of Kyoto. It is located within 5 to 10 minute walking distance from Kyoto station, so it is good to visit in the last hour of your stay in Kyoto.

📿🛐 A stunning temple just around Kyoto main station. It is unbelievable that it is for free. When I went (february 2023) it was almost empty, so it is great if you don’t like crowds. I enjoyed it more than the most typical turistic places where you can barely stand among so many people. Notice that it is currently with works, so it is noisy at times and not so beautiful in some areas. 100% recommended.

Beautiful temple next to Kyoto train station that is worth a visit. Been there around noon time , the place was very quiet and tranquil

Absolutely stunning temple in the middle of Kyoto. One of the main temples for Shin-Buddhism in Japan. It has a small museum part describing the construction and struggles there of. 100% recommended if you are in the area and in the history of Kyoto. Remember to be mindful of the people coming to worship.

The temple is huge! The wood and stone carvings to create the shape of the place here is something else. You can enter for free and go inside without your shoes. Inside is decorated with tatami flooring and decorated with gold ornaments and various religious things. Well worth taking time to look around

It is free to enter. You just need to remove your shoes and put them into a plastic bag start in the one infront of you and go clockwise. The detailing is very beautiful. It is very peaceful inside. Make sure to be quiet in respect for those who are praying. There are a few bathrooms on premises and you can walk here from Kyoto station.

this might be one of my favorite shrines to see it's hard to grasp how large and intricate this site is. everything is restored perfectly, and any restoration was done with original methods by hand. I highly recommend this to anyone in the city. Make sure you stop here and see the whole area

This is a hidden gem of Kyoto and something I'd not seen on the internet hype videos of the same places you must go. This is authentic Buddhist temple which is not only beautiful to look at, but has 2 massive wooden buildings - breath taking

Beautiful and grand temple with calming surroundings right in the centre of town. Free admission and plenty of information regarding its significance for tourists to read.

Our first tourist stop after landing in Kansai. Its a short walk from Kyoto Station. The temple has a large compound and you can easily spend an hour here. The highlight of this place has to be the huge hair rope. There is no entrance fee or tickets needed.

A must visit shrine for its historic and architecture, Very impressive. A superb mediation area with wood smell. Make you fresh and energize. Gain genki and recharge

Very impressive temple located just a few blocks from Kyoto Station. One of the larger temples in the Kyoto area. You're able to walk the grounds during the day, but also looks nice when lit up at night. It's also impressive how Kyoto Tower overlooks it when heading back to the train station.

Must-visit when in Kyoto. Large temple compound which was serene and tranquil. Many devotees were here to worship too. Even if you have no clue about Buddhism, there is a helpful museum exhibit within the temple compound that explains the history and influence through the years. You can also marvel at the carvings and architecture that went into the design of the temple (also explained at the exhibits).

I highly recommend walking through the temple buildings (even if it means taking off your shoes in winter). There is something about walking on the hardwood floor and tatami mats that makes every step feel meaningful. Was here on a Friday afternoon. It wasn't crowded, and the temple grounds felt serene.

Only took pictures from the outside, but came past during the day and took a few pictures and then came back during the night to take a few more pictures. Day view was nice however I thought the night view looked even better, building all lit up, looked really pretty.

This temple is an absolute gem, offering not only historical and architectural allure but also the opportunity to sit inside the grand halls for meditation or to soak in the spiritual ambiance around the majestic altars. As a fully operational temple that attracts tourists, it features an attached auditorium and a gallery or museum detailing the history of its founder. Additionally, monks and laypeople actively participate in sermons within the halls, and you might even have the fortune to witness these insightful sessions. They don't do handwritten goushin.

A totally worthwhile temple to visit for not only its historical and architectural attraction, but you are able to sit inside the grand halls and meditate or otherwise appreciate the grand altars and spiritual energy. Being a fully operating rather tourist busy temple, they have an attached auditorium and a gallery or museum which includes the history of the founder, and monks and lay people actively conduct and attend sermons in the halls that you may be lucky enough to be present for.

A very assessible place, definitely should take a look when you are there in Kyoto. I was taken aback by the size of the place and the temple buildings, it is very impressive. There is a cute place for young kids to play around too.

Lovely mountain temple. Be aware there is no food of any type up here. There is an enclosed, unheated rest hut with tables for eating or getting out of the weather.

The temple is full of flowers so that a flower festival is held.

The Temple is difficult to arrive at.

(Translated by Google) If you are going by car, you will have to go on a narrow road that is quite steep and somewhat rickety, so if you are concerned about driving, it is best not to do so. It is safe to take the minibus out of consideration for others. When entering the mountain, pay 1,850 yen at a log house-style tollgate and climb another 5 km. When you arrive at the top, there may not be enough parking spaces for those visiting the shrine, but there is plenty of space. After about 15 minutes of walking downhill from the parking lot, you will arrive at a beautiful temple. The precincts are not that large, so there is no problem compared to going there and returning. There is one vending machine, so don't forget to stay hydrated. As a side note, there was a shop in the parking lot for light items. (Original) 車で行く場合、かなり険しく若干ガタガタの狭い道をいくので運転に不安のある方はやめた方がいいです。 他の人のことを考えマイクロバスで行くのが無難です。 入山の際はログハウス調の料金所で1850円払い5キロほどさらに上ります。 上に着くと駐車場は台数は参拝ようにしては少ないかもしれませんが十分停められますね。 駐車場から長い下りを歩いて15分ほどで綺麗な景観のお寺が現れます。 境内はそこまで広くないので行き帰りに比べれば問題あるないです。 自動販売機が１台あるので水分補給は忘れなく。 余談ですが駐車場に売店があり軽いものならありました。

(Translated by Google) No. 60 of the 88 Temples of Shikoku. This is the most dangerous temple for pilgrims visiting by car, as they have to drive all the way through a long, narrow mountain road. The private road will be closed until the end of February, but if there is no snow, you can use it at your own risk. (Original) 四国八十八ケ所第60番札所。 車で訪れるお遍路にとっては、最凶とも言えるお寺で、狭くてクネクネと長い山道をひたすら運転する必要があります。 ２月いっぱいまで専用道路は通行止め、ということですが、雪が積もっていなければ、自己責任で通っても良いとのことです。

(Translated by Google) This was my third visit to the shrine, and my first attempt at walking up a mountain to visit the shrine. The reason was that I knew that the road I was going by car was narrow, and since the car was large, I thought it would be quite a problem when we had to leave. . . . . After doing some research, I found out that you can climb Yokomineji Temple from a place called Yunami Rest Area. Now, I had been lightly thinking about climbing Yokomineji Temple. It was so exhausting that I kept getting dizzy along the way. However, in terms of time, it took just over an hour to go up and down in just over an hour. On the way, I felt refreshed as I walked along the edge of the stream. One way to get to Yokomineji Temple is to climb the mountain, so why not give it a try? Just a short walk will make you feel like a pilgrim. (Original) 3回目のお礼参りにして、初の山を歩いて登っての参拝に挑戦。 理由は、ただ単に自動車で行く道が狭いのを知っていたため、車も大きくなっていることから、離合するときにかなり困ると思ったから。。。。。 いろいろと調べてみたら湯浪休憩所というところから横峰寺に登れることを見つけた。 さて、軽く考えていた横峰寺登山。 途中で何度も何度もふらつくぐらい、しんどいものでした。 とはいえ、時間的には1時間ちょっとで上り、1時間ちょっとで下りました。 途中、沢の渕を歩いていつときは清々しい気持ちになれました。 横峰寺に行く方法の１つに山登りがありますので、ぜひ挑戦してみてはいかがでしょうか？ ほんの少しだけ歩きお遍路さんの気持ちになれますよ。

(Translated by Google) 2024.02.05 Worship visit temperature 6 degrees cloudy and rainy I avoided it because it was closed for the entire month of February, but I heard at No. 62 Hojuji that Kichijoji No. 63 was familiar to me. When I went to the Kichijoji store, I saw a sign saying ``No snowfall at Yokomineji.'' If you listen to the details, it seems that in case of freezing or snowfall, Yokomineji will contact you. I received approval that it would be fine as long as it was studless, so I decided to head there. After leaving Kichijoji and turning left, turn right at Lawson. Just follow the path. However, it was quite far to the toll booth. It is far from the toll booth to the parking lot. There are several hairpin-like uphills along the way, and the temperature drops to around 3 degrees Celsius. To make matters worse, there was a thick fog with almost no visibility. There are often places without guardrails. 3km from the toll booth? The length is quite long. It was about a 10 minute walk down the stairs from the parking lot. As I continue to walk into the fog, I am tormented by anxiety as to whether I will ever reach it. However, the empty precincts are covered in fog, making it even more mysterious. It was a wonderful time that can only be enjoyed at this time of year. We do not recommend this to anyone who has any concerns about driving. (Original) 2024.02.05参拝気温6度曇雨 2月いっぱい通行不可なので避けていたが62番宝寿寺さんにて63番吉祥寺さんがよくご存知と言う話を聞く。その吉祥寺さんの納経所に伺うと「横峰寺積雪なし」の張り紙が。詳しくお話を聞くと凍結や積雪の場合横峰寺さんから連絡が入るということらしい。スタッドレスであれば大丈夫じゃないかとお墨付きを頂いたのでせっかくなので向かうことに。吉祥寺さんを出て左に曲がったすぐのローソンを右折。そのまま道なりに進むだけ。ではあったが料金所までがかなり遠い。料金所から駐車場までがもっと遠い。途中車一台分のヘアピンのような上り坂が何ヶ所もあり、気温も3度くらいまで下がる。おまけに濃霧で視界ほぼなし。ガードレールのない所もしばしば。料金所からの3キロ？ほどがかなり長い。駐車場からは階段を下って10分くらい歩いただろうか。霧の中に歩を進めて行くので果たして辿り着くかとう不安に苛まれる。しかし誰もいない境内は霧が立ち込めより一層神秘さを増している。この時期にしか味わえない素敵な時間であった。運転に少しでも不安がある方にはお勧めしない。