[Ajisai - Best Viewing] Nippeiji

Nippeiji is located in Manasudani, west of Itoga Town, and was originally called Manas dera. It once had seven temple buildings but declined over time and was revived during the Nippei era (1151–1153). Although it is an ancient temple, it is currently uninhabited. The main image is a seated statue of Yakushi Nyorai (from the late Heian period or Kamakura period), along with ancient statues of Amida and Kannon housed in a small hall. There is also a city-designated cultural property, a statue of Daikokuten Bisamon, from the Kamakura period. The temple grounds are planted with hydrangeas and white wisteria, creating a moist and emotional atmosphere during the peak viewing season.

Date & Time

Late May～Late Jun

Note

The event date is a guideline for the peak viewing period, which may vary due to weather and other conditions.

Venue

Nippeiji

Address

191 Nishitoga, Arita City, Wakayama Prefecture

parking

Free parking (available only during the hydrangea blooming period at the adjacent gateball court)

Access

Approximately 10 minutes via National Route 42 from the Hanwa Expressway 'Arita' IC

Access (Public)

About 10 minutes by taxi from JR Kinan Line 'Kiimiya' Station

Contact

0737-22-3624 （Arita City Office Industry Promotion Division）

URL

https://visit-arida.com/ja/sightseeing/014