Ishiteji Temple

Address: 2 Chome-9-21 Ishite, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0852, Japan. Getting there: Ishiteji Temple can be accessed from the Dogo Onsen tram stop in a short bus ride. Highlights: The Ishiteji Temple is located near Dogo Onsen to the northeast of Matsuyama's city center. It is the city's most famous temple. It is number 51 of the 88 temples on the Shikoku Pilgrimage. Pilgrims dressed in white are a frequent sight at this large temple. A tastefully maintained sheltered temple approach lined by shops of wooden facades lead to Ishiteji's temple grounds. The sprawling temple compound boasts several halls and temple buildings, a three-storied pagoda, various statues and an unique inner temple connected to the main grounds via a cave. Interestingly, statues and religious objects are periodically added to the temple. 😬 Opening hours: Always open Admission fee: Free of charge #bucketlistreboot #traveljapan #culturewalk