About the facility
Ishiyamadera (stone mountain temple) is, as its name suggests, a temple standing on a rocky mountain. There is a gigantic wollastonite looming in front of the temple's main hall, which is a designated natural monument and is rarely found across the world. The temple's Hondo (main hall) and Tahoto (pagoda) stand on wollastonite.
Special offers of KANSAI RAILWAY PASS
Group fare discount
Worship hours: 8:00 to 16:30 (last entry at 16:00)
Access
- Closest stations
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Take Keihan Electric Railway to Ishiyamadera Station
Map and information
Recommended places to visit in SHIGA
Areas you can travel to with KANSAI RAILWAY PASS
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OSAKA
The most popular area in Kansai,
with many vibrant spots. -
KYOTO
Kyoto is the place to visit if you want to enjoy traditional Japan.
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NARA
This is an area with many historic temples and shrines, as well as lots of nature.
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KOBE/HIMEJI
Kobe is a town surrounded by the ocean and mountains, while Himeji boasts Himeji Castle, a world heritage site.
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WAKAYAMA
It is renowned for world-heritage Koyasan.
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SHIGA
Visit Hieizan Enryakuji temple and Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan.