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Gifu: Pilgrimage Journey to Tanikumi Kegon-ji Temple

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Price is $109 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • 1h 30m
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Overview

Discover the spiritual heart of Japan at Tanikumi-san Kegon-ji Temple, a revered site in Ibigawa, Gifu Prefecture. This 1.5-hour guided tour immerses you in the rich traditions of Kannon worship and pilgrimage that have flourished for over a millennium. As you explore the temple grounds, learn about the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, meet pilgrims, and witness the vibrant culture surrounding this sacred space. The tour offers insights into the lives touched by Kannon’s compassion, along with the harmonious beauty of the seasonal landscapes that frame the temple. A visit to Kegon-ji promises a profound connection to Japan’s spiritual and cultural heritage.

  • 1.5-hour guided tour of Kegon-ji Temple, a spiritual landmark
  • Explore the traditions of Kannon worship and the Saigoku Pilgrimage
  • Experience the cultural atmosphere with local shops and seasonal beauty
  • Gain insights into the temple's history and the lives it touches
Activity location
  • Kegon-ji Temple Oizurudo
    • 23 Tanigumi Tokuzumi, Kegon-ji Temple
    • 501-1311, Ibigawa-cho, Gifu Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • 揖斐川町観光プラザ
    • 4 175
    • 501-1311, Ibigawa, Gifu, Japan

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Gifu: Pilgrimage Journey to Tanikumi Kegon-ji Temple
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
$109.11 x 1 Adult$109.11
Total
Price is $109.11
Until Sun, Dec 14

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    1.5-hour guided tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Insight into pilgrimage culture
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Tanikumi-san Kegon-ji Temple
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Kegon-ji Temple Oizurudo
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Known as Tanikumi Kannon, Kegon-ji is the final temple of the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, a sacred 33-temple route. For over 1,200 years, pilgrims have journeyed here to pray to Kannon Bosatsu, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. With seasonal beauty and living traditions, Kegon-ji offers a profound glimpse into Japan’s spiritual heritage.

Location

Activity location
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    Kegon-ji Temple Oizurudo
    • 23 Tanigumi Tokuzumi, Kegon-ji Temple
    • 501-1311, Ibigawa-cho, Gifu Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    揖斐川町観光プラザ
    • 4 175
    • 501-1311, Ibigawa, Gifu, Japan

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