[Autumn Foliage - Best Viewing] Chuson-ji

Chuson-ji was founded in the 3rd year of the Kasyō era (850) by the high priest Jikaku Daishi Ennin of Hieizan Enryaku-ji, and large-scale construction of halls was carried out by Kiyohira, the first head of the Oshu Fujiwara clan, in the early 12th century. It is known as a treasure trove of Heian Buddhist art in eastern Japan, including the Konjiki-do, the first building designated as a national treasure, and is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site. In autumn, the temple grounds are adorned with vibrant autumn foliage, offering a picturesque and beautiful landscape.

Map & Location

Details about [Autumn Foliage - Best Viewing] Chuson-ji

Date & Time

Late Oct～Early Nov

Note

The event date is an estimate for the best viewing period, which may vary due to climate and other factors. The typical best viewing period is late October to early November. From November 4 to the end of February, open until 16:30.

Venue

Chuson-ji

Address

202 Iizaka, Hiraizumi, Nishi-Iwai-gun, Iwate Prefecture

Fee

Admission fee required for Konjiki-do, Sankozo, Kyozo, and the former covered hall: Common ticket adult 1000 yen, high school student 700 yen, junior high school student 500 yen, elementary school student 300 yen

parking

Town-managed first and second parking lots, regular car 400 yen per day

Access

Approximately 5 minutes from the Hiraizumi Maezawa IC on the Tohoku Expressway

Access (Public)

About 10 minutes by the 'RunRun' circulating bus from JR Tohoku Main Line Hiraizumi Station

Contact

0191-46-2211 （Chuson-ji Office）

URL

https://www.chusonji.or.jp/index.html