Hinata Yakushi

Beautiful Buddhist Temple

A beautiful Buddhist temple tucked away atop a mountain. After climbing a lengthy set of stairs, one is rewarded with this serene space. There is a building to the left where one can see various Buddh...

Historical Temple with many amenities

This Buddhist Temple was built in 716 AD, making it one of the oldest in Japan. It has a Treasure Hall with many old artifacts and English explanations. Around the temple there is also many small thin...

Recently-renovated temple that's worth the day trip!

This is a Japan Heritage site that isn't too far away from popular tourist cities like Kamakura and Fujisawa (Enoshima), as well as Odawara and Hakone. When planning your next Japan trip itinerary, I ...

A magnificent hall in the mountains

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There were hikers as if it was the middle point of the hiking course. The large thatched roof in the large precincts was wonderful.

There is a little uphill staircase.

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Get off the nearest bus stop, go down a little and there is an entrance on the left. When you go up the mountain road stairs, you will reach the main hall. It was a well-organized and beautiful place. On the way back, I did my best to walk to Isehara Station. On the way, I came across a wild monkey.