Church & Religious Site
Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji
📍 Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji, Kyoto, Japan
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Quick Facts
- Location
- Japan, Kyoto
- Category
- Church & Religious Site
- Duration
- Half day
- Ticket Price
- Charged per area (about 1,000 yen each)
- Address
- Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji, Kyoto, Japan
- Coordinates
- 35.0710, 135.8420
Introduction
Enryaku-ji on Mount Hiei, at the border of Shiga and Kyoto, is the head temple of Tendai Buddhism, founded by Saichō in 788 and listed as World Heritage in 1994. Spreading across three areas (Tōdō, Saitō and Yokawa), it is among the most important temples in Japanese Buddhist history, wrapped in deep mountain scenery year-round.
✨ Highlights
1
Tendai head temple
Founded by Saichō in 788, a centre of Japanese Buddhism.
2
World Heritage
Listed by UNESCO in 1994.
3
Three areas
Tōdō, Saitō and Yokawa each hold famous halls.
🛈 Practical Info
→Location：Mount Hiei, Ōtsu, Shiga / Kyoto, Japan
→Time needed：Half a day to a full day
→Ticket Information：Charged per area (about 1,000 yen each)
💡 Tips
• Temperatures drop on the mountain — bring a layer.
• The Konpon-chūdō in the east area is the core hall.
• Cable cars run from both Kyoto and Ōtsu sides.
FAQ
How much is the admission for Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji?
Charged per area (about 1,000 yen each)
Any practical tips for visiting Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji?
Temperatures drop on the mountain — bring a layer. The Konpon-chūdō in the east area is the core hall.
How long should I spend at Hiei-zan & Enryaku-ji?
A typical visit takes Half day.
