Gakuen-ji Temple

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According to tradition, the Gakuen-ji Temple was founded by the monk Chishun Shonin in 594. There are many legends about the famous warrior-monk Benkei associated with the Temple; Benkei is said to have studied at the Temple for three years starting from the age of 18, and to have sought refuge there after the Battle of Dan-no-Ura in 1185. During this later stay at the Gakuen-ji, Benkei is said to have carried the temple bell of the Daizen-ji Temple to the Gakuen-ji in the space of one night (covering a distance of around 100 kilometers); this bell has been designated as a National Important Cultural Property.

Spot details

Address: Shimane Pref. Izumoshi Besshochou 148 Map
Area: Around Izumo Oyashiro Area
Phone: 0853660250
Hours: 8:00-17:00 (Last entry 16:15)
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [climbing fee]Adults500yen, Middle/High school students300yen, Elementary school students200yen
Parking Lot: Available(66spaces)
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Yes (partial walk possible)
Infant friendly: Available
Pet friendly: Not available

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

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Best spot for Autumn sightseeing <3

Reviewed : 2019.11.10

If you get there, you will fall in love with Fall (the season).The tree leaves, the passage into the temple are extremely great, I loved it so much.Be prepared for a long interesting walk. The are...
THE best spot for Autumn leaves viewing around Izumo

Reviewed : 2018.08.18

This place is just magical. Must come here around Autumn. Its quite secluded so you won;t be surrounded by too many tourists.
Best visited in Autumn for stunning foliage

Reviewed : 2017.03.26

A good visit at any time of year, I would especially recommend a visit to Gakuenji for anyone looking to enjoy autumn colours or kouyou.