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Kasagidera (Kasagi Temple)
笠置町笠置笠置山２９
A temple of the Chizan school of Shingon Buddhism located in Kasagi Town, Kyoto Prefecture, enshrining a massive cliff-carved statue of Miroku (Maitreya) as its principal image. It has long been a sacred site for mountain worship and megalithic beliefs, with deep historical ties to the Nanto (Nara) region.
History
Traditionally said to have been founded in 682 CE (Hakuhō 11) by Prince Ōama (later Emperor Tenmu) or Prince Ōtomo, the temple is estimated to date back to the Nara period. From the Heian period onward, it flourished as a holy site for Miroku worship, attracting visits from imperial family members and nobility in a practice known as Kasagi-mairi (pilgrimage to Kasagi). It also had deep connections with Rōben, the founding abbot of Tōdai-ji, and Jitchū, making it a significant temple in the history of Japanese Buddhism.
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What visitors say
The temple grounds, dotted with massive boulders and stone Buddhas, offer many sights to see, and are particularly popular during the autumn foliage season and when light-up events are held. To visit, you must walk from the parking lot at the foot of the mountain or drive up a steep road. Caution is required as the paths can be slippery, but it is a place where you can enjoy a mystical atmosphere and stunning views.
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Tuesday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Wednesday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Thursday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Friday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Saturday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Sunday: 9:00 – 16:00
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