Kinpusenji 金峯山寺

About

The main dojo of Shugendo - in Yoshino

Why go

• A breathtaking landscape where nature, history, and spirituality come together
• Feels very different from city temples
• Feel the quiet strength and sacred energy of the mountains

Must try

• See the Zaodo Hall, one of the largest wooden structures
• View the three gigantic statues of Zaō Gongen

Pro tips

• Visit during spring for cherry blossoms
• Stay in the mountain area next time
• It takes quite a long time to get there

Good to know

• No photos allowed inside
• Zaō Gongen statues rarely on display

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Rating

4.5 / 5 (3938 reviews)

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