Risshisha

Hello, this Wakamatsu from Risshisha.

We would like to introduce you to Suzumushi Temple (official name: Kegon Temple, Mt. Myotoku),
famous for the straw sandal-wearing Jizo statue that will grant you one wish.

You will arrive at the main gate after walking a long 80-step staircase.
The only Jizo statue in Japan wearing straw sandals is seen in front of the entrance.
If this is your first visit, go ahead, as you will be needed to make a wish before leaving.

Once you've gotten in and entered the reception area, you'll hear bell crickets chirping.
Tea and cookies will be served while a 30-minute message is given.
Even those who come to share appreciation can enjoy the message because its content varies depending on the priest.

Those who request will get a charm or talisman after the message.
After that, go across the garden to get an overview of Kyoto.

Lastly, you will pay respect to the statue of Jizo.
It takes about forty minutes to get there from reception.

Easy access from Kyoto Station is another plus.
(Take Kyoto Bus Routes 73 or 83 to Suzumushi-dera Temple and stop at the final stop,
or Kyoto City Bus Route 28 to Daikaku-ji Temple and stop at Matsuo Taisha Shrine.)

It takes about 60 minutes to travel either way.

Thank you for reading.

Kegon-ji Temple
(Suzumushi-dera Temple) on Mt. Myotoku
31 Matsumurochiya-cho, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 615-8294
TEL: 075-381-3830 FAX: 075-381-3841
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Entry until 4:30 PM)
Admission Fee: Adults 500 yen / Children (ages 4 to junior high school students) 300 yen (Tea and snacks included)
Parking: 500 yen
https://suzutera.or.jp/
※Japanese Only