Suzumushi Temple: A Buddhist temple in Arashiyama, Kyoto, best visited during the best seasons

Kegon-ji Temple (Suzumushi-dera Temple) is a Buddhist temple located in the Arashiyama area of ​​Kyoto, founded in 1723. Its nickname "Suzumushi Temple" is because a large number of bellworms are raised in the temple. Their chirping sounds like the sound of nature, attracting many tourists to visit. There is also a statue of the happy Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva wearing straw sandals in the temple, which is said to be able to grant one wish of the person praying. To visit Kegon-ji Temple, you can take bus No. 28 from Kyoto Station to the "Matsuo Taisha" bus stop. After getting off, it is about a 15-minute walk to Kegon-ji Temple. Opening hours: 9:00 - 17:00 daily, last admission at 16:00. Admission: 600 yen (about HK$43) Suzumushi Lectures: The abbot of the temple will give Suzumushi lectures every hour and half hour, talking about the ecology of Suzumushi and the wisdom of Buddhism, and invite visitors to taste green tea and Japanese confectionery. Suzumushi's lecture lasts about 30 minutes and requires an additional fee of 500 yen (about HK$36). Happy Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva: The Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva in the temple is a wooden statue wearing straw sandals, indicating that he will personally visit the homes of petitioners to help them realize a wish. Visitors can buy a lucky charm at the temple, write their name, address and wishes on it, and then place it in front of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva. The temple will regularly send amulets to the homes of those who pray so that the blessings of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva can be bestowed upon them. Best time to visit: The bellworms at Kegon Temple are a species that chirps year-round, but their sounds are even louder and more beautiful in the fall. In addition, in autumn, the maple leaves in the temple will turn a brilliant red, which complements the chirping of bellworms and creates a beautiful scene. Therefore, autumn is the best season to visit Huayan Temple. 📍31 Matsumurojikecho, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto, 615-8294 Japan #Japanese and Korean urban attractions #Japanese travel #Japanese attractions #Weekend tour #Overseas travel