東北の有名観光地「平泉」に行って「中尊寺」「毛越寺」を散策してきました

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A walking tour through Hiraizumi, Iwate Prefecture, visiting historical temple ruins, the expansive Chūson-ji Temple complex, Mōtsū-ji Temple, and enjoying local ramen.

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Hiraizumi Station
Train station · Hiraizumi
4.0 (304)
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The main train station in Hiraizumi, featuring a display of Shohei Ohtani's uniform and a rental cycle shop nearby. It's a convenient starting point for exploring the area.
Hiraizumi Station, Izumiya Hiraizumi, Nishiiwai District, Iwate 029-4102, Japan
- Shohei Ohtani's uniform display — A replica of Shohei Ohtani's baseball uniform (number 17) is displayed at the station, a fun photo spot for fans.
- Typhoon water level display — A display at Hiraizumi Station showing the water level during a typhoon, which the creator found surprising.
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Muryōkō-in Temple Remains
Historical landmark · Hiraizumi
3.7 (305)Closed
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The remains of Muryōkō-in Temple, a vast and beautiful site with a large pond where fish swim. It was built by Fujiwara Hidehira, the third generation of the Ōshū Fujiwara clan, and is known as a Pure Land garden. The pond is filled with water for a limited period each year (April 26 to November 22 in Reiwa 6 / 2024), which significantly changes the scenery. You can imagine the original temple building using a VR experience available on site.
Muryoko-in Templesite, Hanadate Hiraizumi, Nishiiwai District, Iwate 029-4102, Japan
- Pond with water — The large pond is filled with water for a limited period (April 26 to November 22 in Reiwa 6 / 2024), creating a beautiful, expansive landscape with fish swimming. The creator notes the scenery is completely different when the pond has water.
- VR experience sign — A sign indicating a VR experience is available to visualize what the temple looked like in its prime, allowing visitors to imagine the original grand architecture.
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Chūson-ji Temple
Buddhist temple · Hiraizumi
4.4 (12,526)Closed · opens tomorrow 8:30 AM
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A vast temple complex and World Heritage Site, celebrating the 900th anniversary of Konjiki-dō's construction in 2024. The main approach, Tsukimizaka, is lined with 300-400 year old cedar trees. The complex includes various halls, a ticket counter for Konjiki-dō, and a restaurant.
Chūsonji Temple (Hondō Main Hall), Koromonoseki-202 Hiraizumi, Nishiiwai District, Iwate 029-4195, Japan
- Tsukimizaka approach — The main approach to Chūson-ji Temple, approximately 560 meters long, lined with impressive 300-400 year old cedar trees. Walking through it feels special.
- Retro fire hydrant — A retro-style red fire hydrant found along the path, adding a touch of old-world charm to the temple grounds.
- Benkei-dō face panel — A fun face-cutout panel of Benkei, a famous warrior monk, with a retro Fujicolor sign at the bottom.
- Higashimono-midai viewpoint — A viewpoint offering views of the Kitakami River and Koromogawa River, which is said to be the place where Benkei died.
- Unique blue mailbox — A uniquely designed blue mailbox with intricate patterns, making sending postcards a special experience.
- Chōzuya (water purification basin) — A traditional water purification basin with a bamboo spout, where visitors cleanse their hands and mouth before entering the main temple.
- Bonsō (bell tower) — A historic bell tower, with its bell cast in 1343, offering a glimpse into the temple's long past.
- Konjiki-dō admission ticket · ¥1,000 — Admission to Konjiki-dō is 1,000 yen for adults. The ticket is dated August 9, 2024.
- Konjiki-dō replica photo — A large photo of Konjiki-dō's interior, displayed because photography is not allowed inside the actual hall. The creator notes the real Konjiki-dō is even more impressive.
- Matsuo Bashō statue — A dignified statue of Matsuo Bashō, the famous haiku poet, found within the temple grounds.
- Hydrangeas — Beautiful hydrangeas blooming near the Matsuo Bashō statue, adding color to the lush greenery.
- Stacked stones — Numerous small stones stacked neatly along the wooden structures, creating a mysterious and impressive sight.
- Incense offering · ¥30 — An opportunity to light incense sticks and offer prayers. Each stick costs 30 yen.
- Inome (boar's eye) ornament — A traditional Japanese heart-shaped ornament called 'Inome' (boar's eye) found on the handrail, believed to ward off evil and invite good fortune.
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Kanzan-tei
Restaurant · Hiraizumi
4.1 (359)Open · until 4 PM
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A restaurant and cafe within the Chūson-ji Temple complex offering unique menu items like 'Tera Misu' (Temple Misu) and 'Jinja Ale' (Shrine Ale), alongside traditional dishes like soba.
Kanzantei Restaurant, Koromonoseki-202 Hiraizumi, Nishiiwai District, Iwate 029-4102, Japan
- Tera Misu · ¥600 — A cleverly named 'Tera Misu' (Temple Misu) dessert, a unique menu item at Kanzan-tei.
- Jinja Ale — A unique 'Jinja Ale' (Shrine Ale) drink, a refreshing option that lives up to expectations. The creator suggests pairing it with the Tera Misu.
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Kanjizaioin Temple Remains
Historical landmark · Hiraizumi
3.8Closed
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The remains of Kanjizaioin Temple, a beautiful and expansive site with vast green lawns. While the original buildings are gone, the serene landscape allows visitors to imagine its past grandeur.
Kanjizaiō-in, Shirayama Hiraizumi, Nishiiwai District, Iwate 029-4102, Japan
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Mōtsū-ji Temple
Buddhist temple · Hiraizumi
4.2 (5,075)Open · until 5 PM
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A World Heritage Site known for its beautiful Pure Land garden and historic temple buildings. Admission is 700 yen. The temple was founded by Jikaku Daishi Ennin.
Motsuji Temple, Osawa-58 Hiraizumi, Nishiiwai District, Iwate 029-4102, Japan
- Mōtsū-ji Temple admission · ¥700 — Admission to Mōtsū-ji Temple is 700 yen.
- Tanabata decorations — Simple yet charming Tanabata decorations hanging at the entrance, adding a festive touch.
- Bashō haiku monument — A stone monument inscribed with a haiku by Matsuo Bashō, commemorating his visit to the area.
- Photo prop fan — A fun fan-shaped photo prop with a cute monk character and the text 'World Heritage Mōtsū-ji, I came!' to enhance visitor photos.
- Ōizumi Pond — A large, beautiful pond next to the main hall, with very clear water. The surrounding area is peaceful and serene. The creator spotted a turtle in the pond.
- Tsukiyama (artificial mountain) — An artificial mountain built about 4 meters high from the water's surface, designed according to ancient garden texts from the Heian period.
- Yarimizu (feeder stream) — A feeder stream that supplies water to the pond, designed to mimic natural streams and mentioned in Japan's oldest garden book from the Heian period.
- Jizō Bosatsu statue — A statue of Jizō Bosatsu, a beloved protector, believed to grant wishes to those who believe in the bodhisattva's power.
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Ramen Asahino
Ramen restaurant · Hiraizumi
4.0 (114)Open · until 2:30 PM
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A ramen restaurant located in front of Hiraizumi Station. The ramen features a surprisingly dark, yet sweet and savory soup, not salty as it appears. They also offer delicious pickled cucumbers as a side.
Ramen Asahino, Izumiya-211-2 Hiraizumi, Nishiiwai District, Iwate 029-4102, Japan
- Black soup ramen — The ramen has a strikingly black soup, but it's not salty; instead, it has a pleasant sweetness. The creator found it very delicious.
- Pickled cucumbers — Complimentary pickled cucumbers served with the ramen, which the creator found to be very tasty.

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