Sightseeing
Mayasan Tenjoji Temple
📍 Mayasan Tenjoji Temple, Kobe, Japan
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★★★★☆
Introduction
Mayasan Tenjō-ji near the summit of Mount Maya in Kobe, founded in 646, is one of Japan's oldest Tendai temples, enshrining Amaterasu and Lady Maya. The gate overlooks Kobe Bay, and both autumn foliage and night views are outstanding.
✨ Highlights
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7th-century temple
Founded 646, among Japan's oldest Tendai temples.
2
Bay views
The gate overlooks Kobe Bay.
3
Foliage and night
Autumn colour and evening lights both shine.
🛈 Practical Info
→Location：2-12 Mayasan-chō, Nada, Kobe, Japan
→Time needed：About 1 hour
→Admission：Free (confirm on site)
💡 Tips
• About 30 minutes' walk from the Maya cable car.
• Night views from the nearby Kikuseidai are famous.
• November is the best foliage month.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting Mayasan Tenjoji Temple?
About 30 minutes' walk from the Maya cable car. Night views from the nearby Kikuseidai are famous.
