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Sakamoto Temple Town

Sakamoto flourished as the temple town for Hieizan Enryakuji Temple, including the homes for monks from approximately 50 different temples, and the townscape retains the elegance of that history even today.

Category:
History & Culture - Cityscapes
Season: Spring Trip / Summer Trip / Autumn Trip / Winter Trip
Area:
Western SHIGA : Otsu

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Overview

Sakamoto flourished as the temple town for Hieizan Enryakuji Temple, including the homes for monks from approximately 50 different temples, and the townscape retains the elegance of that history even today. The monk’s homes have incredible gardens, with beautiful azalea, crimson leaves and moss combining to form a wonderful symphony of color. Furthermore, the Sakamoto region was designated as a Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings in 1997.

Access

JR Kosei Line Hieizan Sakamoto Station Immediately accessible on foot
Keihan Electric Railway Ishiyama Sakamoto Line Sakamoto Station

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Nearby Hotels & Spots

Yumotokan

2.7km from here

Biwako Ryokusuitei

2.8km from here

Ogoto Onsen Biwako Hanakaido

2.8km from here

Satoyu Mukashibashi Yuzanso

2.9km from here

Dantokan Kikunoya

3km from here

Basic Information

Address

6-1-13 Sakamoto, Otsu City, Shiga

Inquiries

+81-77-578-6565

Official Website

http://www.turuya.jp/sakamoto/

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