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Enryaku-ji Temple
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Enryaku-ji Temple

延暦寺

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滋賀県大津市坂本本町4220
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History

Saicho established Ichijo Shikan-in, the predecessor of the Konpon Chudo, in 788.

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Timeline

Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

  1. 788

    Foundation

    NaraRecorded event
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Explore the grounds

An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

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Landmarks on this map
  1. Konpon Chudo

    The temple’s principal hall enshrines Yakushi Buddha.

  2. Great Lecture Hall

    Images honour founders who trained on Mount Hiei.

  3. Amida Hall

    A hall for memorial rites to ancestors.

  4. Hokke Soji-in East Pagoda

    The pagoda was re-established in 1980.

  5. Monju Gate

    The temple gate stands east of Konpon Chudo.

  6. Manpai Hall

    Prayers here seek peace for all people.

  7. Ichigu Hall

    A rest hall introduces the temple’s activities.

  8. Daikoku Hall

    Dedicated to the three-faced Daikokuten.

  9. Saicho Mausoleum

    The mausoleum of the temple’s founder Saicho.

  10. Enryakuji Kaikan

    The temple’s lodging offers stays and training experiences.

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Visiting information

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Admission

The combined three-area worship ticket costs¥1,000 for adults,¥600 for middle/high-school students and¥300 for primary-school children; the treasure museum has a separate charge.

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