Chuson-ji Temple
- 中尊寺
- Iwate
This temple was established in 850 by the high priest of Hieizan Enryaku-ji, Jikaku Daishi Ennin. It is designated as an Important Cultural Property and also registered as a World Heritage Site. It is one of the greatest collections of Heian era Buddhist art in eastern Japan, as Konjikido (the Golden Hall), paintings, calligraphy, and other craft works are preserved here in very good condition.
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Address
202 Koromonoseki, Hiraizumi, Nishiiwai, Iwate
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Entry fee
Adults ¥ 800
High school students ¥ 500
Junior high school students ¥ 300
Elementary school students ¥ 200
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Opening Hours
March 1st to November 3rd: 8:30-17:00
November 4th to the end of February: 8:30-16:30
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Closed
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Website
http://www.chusonji.or.jp/
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Best Season
All year
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Point
A variety of events are held throughout the year. In particular, a procession held during the Spring Fujiwara Matsuri (May 1st to May 5th) called "Minamoto no Yoshitsune-ko Azuma Kudari Gyoretsu" is a sight to behold.
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Nearest Station/IC Access
A 25-minute walk from JR Hiraizumi Station to the temple approach, Chuson-ji Tsukimizaka Slope.
Other spots near Chuson-ji TempleWithin 50 km
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