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Adashino Nenbutsuji Temple
Sight4.4 · 2 1544.2 · 222≈ 1 hEntry: ~500 JPY
Adashino Nenbutsuji Temple rests peacefully on a wooded hillside in northern Arashiyama. Founded in the early 9th century by Kūkai to memorialize souls buried in the ancient communal graveyard, the temple grounds feature around 8,000 historic stone Buddhas and miniature pagodas. Behind the main hall winds an enchanting, crowd-free bamboo path, while in late August the Sento Kuyo festival illuminates thousands of stone figures with candlelight.
Highlights
- Around 8,000 historic stone Buddhas covering the memorial grounds
- Serene and crowd-free bamboo forest pathway
- The mystical Sento Kuyo lantern lighting ceremony in late August
Opening hours
| Mon | 09:00 – 16:30 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 09:00 – 16:30 |
| Wed | 09:00 – 16:30 |
| Thu | 09:00 – 16:30 |
| Fri | 09:00 – 16:30 |
| Sat | 09:00 – 16:30 |
| Sun | 09:00 – 16:30 |
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