Discover the Mitaki-ji Temple, a serene sanctuary in the mountains northwest of Hiroshima City. Explore the temple grounds, which are home to three waterfalls, a vermilion-lacquered pagoda, and a main hall that juts out from the cliff.
Meet your guide and set off on a journey to the Mitaki-ji Temple. Learn about the significance of the temple's three waterfalls, which are considered sacred in Japanese Buddhism and Shintoism. Hear how they are believed to be the dwelling place of gods and Buddha, or to wash away the impurities of body and soul.
Stroll through the temple grounds, which are home to a vermilion-lacquered pagoda and the main hall, which was built to jut out from the cliff. Listen to the sound of the flowing waterfall as you explore the temple grounds.
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Hiroshima: Mitaki-ji Temple Guided Tour 1.5h
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Highlights
Admire the vermilion-lacquered pagoda and the main hall built on a cliff
Discover the Mitaki-ji Temple, a quiet sanctuary in the mountains
Enjoy a peaceful walk in the silence of the sacred site with a professional guide
Itinerary
Product details
Visit Mitaki-ji Temple, a peaceful sanctuary in the mountains northwest of Hiroshima, and explore its history, waterfalls, and cultural significance.
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What's included
Professional guide
Quiet walk in the temple grounds
View of three sacred waterfalls
Visit to vermilion-lacquered pagoda and main hall
Traveller Information
Adult: Age 1 to 99
Change & cancellation policies
If a cancellation request is submitted before 09:00, 1 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.
If a cancellation request is submitted after 09:00 1 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.
If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.
Partial refund is not available.
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Important note
Waterfalls are considered sacred in Japanese Buddhism and Shintoism, believed to be dwelling places of gods and Buddha or to wash away impurities of body and soul.
Mitaki-ji Temple is a quiet sanctuary that does not attract many tourists, offering a peaceful experience.
The temple is still widely worshipped as one of Hiroshima's representative temples and sacred sites.
Not allowed items:
Smoking
Good to know:
Mitaki-ji Temple is a quiet sanctuary that does not attract many tourists, offering a peaceful experience.
The temple is still widely worshipped as one of Hiroshima's representative temples and sacred sites.
Waterfalls are considered sacred in Japanese Buddhism and Shintoism, believed to be dwelling places of gods and Buddha or to wash away impurities of body and soul.
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