[Nagano/Nagano City] Zenkoji Temple - a must-visit place

Zenkoji Temple, located in Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture, is one of Japan's most famous temples, boasting a history of over 1,400 years. It is a non-sectarian temple, and people of any sect can visit, which is why it is widely loved. It is particularly famous for the legend that "you cannot go to the Pure Land unless you visit at least once." The main hall is designated a national treasure, and its majestic appearance is an attractive feature. Many worshippers visit every year, and can enjoy unique experiences such as "Okaidan Meguri" and "Gokaicho". We recommend a set ticket that includes the inner sanctuary of the main hall, a tour of the inner sanctuary Okaidan, the mountain gate, the sutra repository, and the historical museum! ○Main Hall Inner Sanctuary Opening hours: 1 hour before the morning service Closing hours: April to October: 4:30 p.m. March and November: 4:15 p.m. December to February: 4:00 p.m. (December 31st: 1:00 p.m. / December 28th: ​​8:30 a.m.) ○Mountain Gate, Sutra Repository, and Historical Materials Museum Opening hours: 9:00 a.m. Closing hours: 16:00 (until 13:00 on December 31st) ○Access Nearest station: JR Nagano Station To get from JR Nagano Station to Zenkoji Temple, take the bus from Zenkojiguchi bus rotary "Platform 1 (towards Zenkoji Temple)" (Nagano Station → Zenkoji Daimon, takes about 15 minutes, fare 190 yen) It is a 5-minute walk from the Zenkoji Daimon bus stop to the Zenkoji Main Hall Parking is also available You can check the availability in real time on the official website! #0yentravelautumn