Banshoin Temple (ばんしょういん)
An atmospheric family temple from the feudal lord of Tsushima So family
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- Tsushima
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- History&Culture
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Founded in 1615, Banshoin Temple is the family temple of feudal lord of Tsushima, and has one of the three largest graveyards in Japan. It is a nationally designated historic site, and its gate and Nio statue are known as the oldest structures on Tsushima. Stone lanterns line both sides of the approach to the temple, and visitors climb 132 gentle stone steps called "Hyakugangi" to pray. The imposing "Great Cedar of Manshoin," a 1,200-year-old tree standing in front of the cemetery, also bestows a sense of solemnity on the temple.
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Address | 817-0015 長崎県対馬市厳原町厳原西里192 | |
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TEL | 0920-52-0984 | |
Hours of Operation | 8:00–17:00 (until 18:00 in summer) | |
Closed | Open all year round | |
Price |
Adults: ¥300 High school students: ¥200 Elementary and junior high school students: ¥100 |
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Parking | Approx. 30 vehicles | |
Access | 5 minute walk from Tsushima City Hall | |
Note | Toilets available |