Eihei-ji Temple

A Soto school Buddhist temple located in Eiheiji-cho, Yoshida District, Fukui which is also the head temple of over 15 thousand branch temples scattered across Japan. The temple was founded as a meditation hall by Dogen in 1244. The grounds are enclosed by ancient Japanese cedars over 600 years old and are dotted with over 70 structures centering around a complete seven-structure temple compound. Some of the temple’s many highlights include numerous delicate sculptures housed in various buildings around the grounds; a stunning decorated ceiling inlaid with 230 images; and an original copy of the “Fukan zazengi” which is registered as a National Treasure and kept in the temple’s treasure house.

Spot details

Address: Fukui Pref. Yoshidaguneiheijichou Shihi 10-5 Map
Area: Eihei-ji Temple / Ono / Katsuyama Area
Phone: 0776633102
Hours: 8:30-16:30
Closed: open everyday
*Some places may not be visited due to special events.
Fees: [Admission fee]500yen
Parking Lot: Not available
※Please use the nearby free parking lot.
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
English Menu: Available (English picture book, pamphlet)
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Average budget: [Lunch] 1-1,000yen
Estimated stay time: 60-120 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available
Pet friendly: Allowed if in a cage