Wakayama: Discover the Sacred Beauty of Kimiidera

Name: Wakayama: Discover the Sacred Beauty of Kimiidera
Brand: Viator
Price: 63.88 USD
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1 hourEnglishBook 1 day aheadWakayama, Japan

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Explore the serene beauty of Kimiidera Temple, a sacred site nestled on the slopes of Wakayama Bay. Founded in 770, this temple invites you to connect with its rich history and artistic treasures. As you traverse the gentle Kechien-zaka, your guide shares captivating tales of Enma Daiō and the pilgrims who sought solace here. Experience the peace of the Main Hall, where you can offer incense before the compassionate Kannon, and marvel at the intricate sculptures in the Daikōmyō-den hall. This one-hour tour is a profound journey through spirituality and artistry in western Japan.

- Discover the historical significance of Kimiidera Temple, a key site in the Saigoku Thirty-Three Kannon Pilgrimage - Learn about the temple’s founding and its connection to ancient spiritual practices - Enjoy the tranquility of the Main Hall and the stunning Thousand-armed Eleven-faced Kannon - Choose your starting point: either Kimiidera Temple or Kimiidera Station for easy access

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Guided tour of Kimiidera Temple
Viewing of the Thousand-armed Eleven-faced Kannon

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Transportation to Kimiidera Temple
Meals and drinks

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Kimiidera Temple
1201 Kimiidera, Wakayama, Japan
Overlooking Wakayama Bay, Kimiidera Temple has been a spiritual haven for over 1,200 years. Founded in 770 as the second site of the Saigoku Thirty-Three Kannon Pilgrimage, it embodies Japan’s deep Buddhist heritage and serene artistry. The name, meaning “Temple of the Three Springs,” comes from sacred wells symbolizing purification. Visitors climb the gentle Kechien-zaka, once walked by pilgrims, and reach the Main Hall, where incense drifts before Kannon, the Bodhisattva of Mercy. In the Daikōmyō-den Hall, graceful Buddhist statues reflect centuries of faith and craftsmanship, highlighted by the majestic Thousand-armed Eleven-faced Kannon, radiating boundless compassion. Known also for early-blooming cherry blossoms and sea views, Kimiidera offers both spiritual depth and natural beauty. Whether you start from Kimiidera Station or meet directly at the temple gate, this tour reveals the quiet harmony between belief, art, and landscape that defines Japan’s sacred heart.
1 hourAdmission included

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Meeting point: In front of the ticket gate at Kimiidera Station. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign. Please check the map for details.

Meeting point: In front of the Kimiidera Temple Romon Gate. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign. Please check the map for details.