Temple · Otsu
Miidera Temple (Onjoji) 園城寺
Large Tendai-Jimon head temple on the hills above Otsu, known for the 'evening bell of Mii' and many National Treasure buildings.
Hours9:00-16:30 (last entry 16:00)
Getting thereKeihan Miidera Station, 10 min walk
Time needed1-2 hours
Best timeEarly April (cherry blossoms); November
Address246 Onjojicho, Otsu, Shiga
Websiteshiga-miidera.or.jp
About
Miidera (officially Onjoji) is one of Japan's four great temples and was a rival of Enryakuji. The grounds hold the National Treasure Kondo main hall and guest halls, along with the bell whose sound is one of the Eight Views of Omi. Cherry blossoms and autumn leaves make it a seasonal favourite.
Highlights
- Kondo main hall (National Treasure)
- Evening bell, one of the Eight Views of Omi (Omi Hakkei)
- Kannon-do with views over Lake Biwa
- Kangakuin and Kojoin guest halls (National Treasures, special openings)
Tips
- Hours changed to 9:00-16:30 (reception to 16:00) from October 2024
- Night illuminations are held in cherry and autumn seasons
- 10 min walk from Keihan Miidera Station
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