Urasa Bishamondo Temple

This temple is located in Urasa, Minamiuonuma City. It was founded in 807 by Sakanoue-no-Tamuramaro. The main gate resembles the Yomei-mon gate of the Nikko Toshogu Shrine, and features a painting of two dragons by the late Edo period painter, Tani Buncho. It is designated as a Nationally Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property, and is famous for the Hadaka Oshiaitaisai festival which has been held for 1200 years on the first Saturday of March each year.

Spot details

Address: Nigata Pref. Minamiuonumashi Urasa 2495 Map
Area: Yuzawa / Uonuma Area
Phone: 0257772001
Hours: 9:00-16:30
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Grounds] Free (please inquire about admission fee in the hall)
Parking Lot: Available(6 spaces)
※Municipal free parking lot available nearby(large bus 3 spaces available)
Credit Card: Not available