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Hyakusai-ji Temple

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百済寺

Hyakusai-ji Temple, founded in 606, is the oldest temple in Omi, known for its autumn leaves.

Hyakusai-ji Temple
Yusuke.ogawa at Japanese Wikipedia Public domain resized via Wikimedia Commons

What it is

  • Tendai sect temple, mountain name Shakazan.
  • Founded by Prince Shotoku in 606.
  • Main deity is Eleven-faced Kannon.
  • One of the "Koto Sanzan" (Three Mountains of Koto).

What to see

  • Temple grounds are a National Historic Site.
  • Main hall is a National Important Cultural Property.
  • Main deity carved from a sacred cedar tree.

When to go

  • Famous spot for autumn leaves.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

滋賀県東近江市百済寺町323 Open in Google Maps

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