Monjusen-ji Temple

A Buddhist temple and the most fantastic of the ancient temples and sacred grounds found on Rokugomanzan on the Kunisaki Peninsula in Oita Prefecture. Considered one of Japan's top three Monju (Manjusri) temples in Japan, the history of the Monjusen-ji extends back over 1,300 years. The area comprised of the temple and the surrounding scenic natural forest and curiously shaped volcanic rocks is called Monju Yaba, and in 2018 it was designated a National Place of Scenic Beauty. In fall, the autumn foliage intensifies as you grow closer to the main temple, and the stone steps leading there from the parking area are carpeted with the yellow leaves of ginkgo trees. Renowned for its cherry trees in spring, fresh verdure in summer, fall foliage in autumn, and snowscapes in winter, the temple sees many tourists and photographers from around the country year-round.

Spot details

Address: Oita Pref. Kunisakishi Kunisakimachidaionji 2432 Map
Area: Around Kunisaki Peninsula Area
Phone: 0978741400
Autumn foliage forecast: Early Nov.-Early Dec.
Hours: 8:00-Sunset
(Inner sanctuary Monju-do stamp conferral location is 9:00-16:30)
Closed: open everyday
Fees: Free
Parking Lot: Available
Cars50spaces, Large-sized vehicles3spaces
Night viewing: Not available
Public toilets: Not available
Variety: momiji (Japanese maple), kaede (Japanese maple), ginkgo, Japanese mountain maple, Japanese zelkova, Japanese beech, iroha-momiji, cherry tree, Japanese rowan, dodan-tsutsuji