Gakuen-ji Temple
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
- 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
- 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...
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- THE best spot for Autumn leaves viewing around Izumo
- This place is just magical. Must come here around Autumn. Its quite secluded so you won;t be surrounded by too many tourists.
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- Best visited in Autumn for stunning foliage
- 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.
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