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Located in Yamanashi Prefecture, Mt. Minobu is home to Kuonji Temple, the head temple of the Nichiren school of Buddhism. The temple stands at the foot of the mountain, where a 287-step stone staircase ascends to a striking five-story red pagoda. A trail through lush cedar forests leads to the 1,153-meter summit, though visitors can also take a ropeway for a direct ride to the top. From there, panoramic views of Mt. Fuji and the Southern Alps await. In spring, the mountain draws crowds eager to see the 400-year-old weeping cherry tree in front of Kuonji Temple’s main hall in full bloom.
Founded in 1282 by Nichiren Daishonin, Kuonji is the headquarters of the Nichiren sect, and is home to Buddhist treasures, a five-storied pagoda and various impressive gates and buildings, including the hondo (main hall) with its magnificent dragon painting on the ceiling.
Minobusan Ropeway takes visitors from the Kuonji area up to Okunoin Shishinkaku Temple near the summit. The ropeway operates from 9am until the last ascent (3:40pm) and descent (4:20pm). A return ticket is 1,600 yen.
The Minobusan Ropeway is about 15 minutes by taxi or bus from JR Minobu Station, making Mt. Minobu a convenient day trip from Tokyo.
From JR Shinjuku Station, take the Chuo Line Limited Express Azusa to Kofu Station, then transfer to the Minobu Line Limited Express Fujikawa bound for Minobu Station. From there, it’s approximately a 15-minute taxi or bus ride to the Minobusan Ropeway.
A scenic walk to a temple underneath blooming cherry blossoms on Mt Minobu, Yamanashi prefecture
Sebuah perjalanan menawan di bawah bunga sakura yang bermekaran di Gunung Minobu, Prefektur Yamanasi
Đi bộ ngắm cảnh trong một ngôi đền dưới tán hoa anh đào nở rộ trên núi Minobu, tỉnh Yamanashi
Japan is enriched with deep spiritual traditions, most notably Buddhism and Shinto, the two main religions which intertwine and define many aspects of Japanese culture. Visitors to Japan seeking a taste of enlightenment can of course visit the country's shrines and temples.
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Japan is enriched with deep spiritual traditions, most notably Buddhism and Shinto, the two main religions which intertwine and define many aspects of Japanese culture. Visitors to Japan seeking a taste of enlightenment can of course visit the country's shrines and temples.
A scenic walk to a temple underneath blooming cherry blossoms on Mt Minobu, Yamanashi prefecture
Uncover authentic Minobu with exciting, unique activities in English and other languages.