Eiheiji Town Tourism Volunteer Guide Association

Why not experience the spirit of Zen at Eiheiji Temple, the head temple of the Soto Zen sect boasting a history of approximately 770 years?

Other attractions include the Matsuoka Twelve Bends, Yoshimine Temple, the Matsuoka Tumuli, and numerous historical and cultural assets that still thrive today.

Let us guide you through the town of Eiheiji, where history remains.

  • Head Temple Eiheiji: Old Approach Path
  • Tenryū-ji Temple
  • Eiheiji Temple Precincts
  • White Sesame Tofu
  • Great Deity of the White Dragon
  • The Lord's Camellia
  • Kasugayama Kofun
  • Former Approach to the Head Temple Eiheiji
  • Eibōkan
  • Horse Gate

Information

Telephone Number Details
0776-63-3727(Eiheiji Town Tourist Information Center)
Email Address
info@eiheiji.jp
Address (in Japanese)
福井県永平寺町松岡神明3-107
Opening Hours
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Closed
Open every day (Temporary closures may occur due to maintenance work, etc.)
Prices
Free of charge, but a transportation fee of 2,000 yen will be charged.
Payment Methods
Payment in cash on the day
Car Park
Yes
Website

Eiheiji Town Tourism Site ZENTABI Navi

Notes
【Reservations】Up to one week in advance

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