Sojiji Temple

Sojiji Temple

Known as "the peony flower temple", this temple is covered with one thousand great peony flowers from the end of April till the beginning of May. A lot of tourists visit here for the flowers. It is dedicated to the healing Buddha. In the front yard, a plum tree and a pine tree grow together. This combination makes the grace of a good match. Admission to the garden and the image of Buddha is made by appointment.

Telephone number 0749-62-2543
Hours of oparation 9:00-16:30
Admission fee Adults (13 years and over) 400 yen / Children (6-12 years old) 200 yen / Under 6 years old Free ※Additional fee only for the peony flowers Adults (over 13 years old) +400 yen / Children (6-12 years old) +200 yen / Under 6 years old Free
Transportation

Bus from JR Nagahama Sta. getting off at the Miyashi-kita stop

Peripheral sight-seeing Kunitomo Teppo no Sato Museum (Exhibition of firearms and culture) / Jinshoji Temple

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