The thatched roof (kayabuki) is a product of ancient wisdom, designed to endure the changing seasons with ease. As these traditional houses decline year by year, those remaining have become increasingly rare. Currently, this house is preserved through the cooperation…

Northern

Tachiki Kannon Temple — A Kannon of Protection Beyond 800 Stone Steps 【Highlights】 ・The main hall enshrines a statue of Sho Kanzeon Bosatsu, said to have been carved by Kobo Daishi. ・A stone-step approach of about 800 steps, surrounded by…

Southern

Former Chikurin-in Temple – A Sato-bo in Sakamoto Overlooking a Scenic Garden – 【Highlights】 ・A pond-strolling garden of about 1,000 tsubo where you can experience a nationally designated Place of Scenic Beauty ・A magnificent reflection view, with the garden mirrored…

North central

Opened in 1927, this cable car is the longest in Japan with a length of 2,025 meters, connecting the foot of the mountain to Enryaku-ji Temple in 11 minutes.Two cable cars depart each hour: on the hour and at half…

North central

This was one residence of th e so-called “kunin” (“public characters”), monks of Enryaku-ji Temple who were permitted to marry, bear surnames, and carry swords while carrying on their religious duties during the Edo Period (1603-1868). Though lifestyle changes have…

Northern