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Shiga: Sakamoto Walking Tour of Stone Walls Faith and History

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Shiga: Sakamoto Walking Tour of Stone Walls Faith and History

Explore Sakamoto on a guided walking tour. Visit the Former Chikurin-in, Hiyoshi Taisha, Shigain Monzeki, and Jigen-dō, and learn about the town’s history and culture.

Itinerary

Sakamoto kankō kyōkai
Please meet in front of the Sakamoto Tourist Information Center. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for details.
1
Former Chikurin-in Temple
Guided tour (50min)
2
Hiyoshi Taisha
Guided tour (50min)
3
Remains of Shigain-mon
Guided tour (1h)
4
Jigando
Guided tour (20min)
End point
Jigandō Temple

Plan

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Shiga: Sakamoto Walking Tour of Stone Walls Faith and History

3 hours

<Inclusions>
Guided walking tour in Sakamoto area

<Plan Code>
G-SHG-022-1-PR

142.38USD~

What's Included

・Guided walking tour in Sakamoto area

Experience details

Explore the historic town of Sakamoto at the foot of Mount Hiei, where faith and craftsmanship intertwine through centuries of tradition. This three-hour guided walking tour unveils the rich cultural landscape shaped by the Anō masons and the temple town of Enryaku-ji. Visit the Former Chikurin-in to admire serene gardens, then discover the Hiyoshi Taisha shrine, featuring unique Sannō torii gates and symbolic guardians. At Shigain Monzeki, learn about the residences of retired monks, and feel the devotion at Jigen-dō. This immersive experience showcases the inseparable bond between spirituality and daily life in Sakamoto.

- Three-hour guided walking tour through Sakamoto's sacred sites
- Visit the Former Chikurin-in and Hiyoshi Taisha shrine
- Learn about the Anō masons and unique sato-bō system
- Experience the living culture of faith, craftsmanship, and history

Meeting Place

Sakamoto kankō kyōkai: Please meet in front of the Sakamoto Tourist Information Center. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for details.

Important information

・Confirmation will be received at time of booking
・Not wheelchair accessible
・Near public transportation
・Most travelers can participate
・This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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