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Suzumushidera (Kegon-ji)
京都府
Temple where bell crickets ring year-round; the straw-sandaled Kofuku Jizo walks to grant visitors one wish
About 15 min walk from Matsuo-Taisha Station (Hankyu Arashiyama Line), or right at the Suzumushidera stop (Kyoto Bus routes 63/73)
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A Rinzai Zen (independent) temple founded in 1723 by the monk Hotan, affectionately nicknamed Suzumushidera (Bell Cricket Temple) for the sound of bell crickets that can be heard year-round. The head priest\'s "cricket dharma talks" — humorous and accessible sermons delivered over tea — are immensely popular with visitors. The Kofuku Jizo standing before the gate is Japan\'s only Jizo wearing stra…
Suzumushidera, formally known as Kegon-ji, was founded in 1723 by the learned monk Hotan, who is said to have established the temple buildings on the mid-slopes of Mt. Matsuo. Hotan was a distinguished cleric renowned for his efforts to revive the Kegon (Avatamsaka) school of Buddhism, and the templ…
Averting disaster, directional protection, warding off epidemics. Central at Fudo, Kannon, and Gion-related sites.
Derived from the enshrined deity "大日如来"
Hours
9:00-17:00 (last entry 16:30), open year-round.
Admission
Adults/high school 500, junior high/children 300 (includes tea and sweets)
As of 2026-07-17. Subject to change.
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