Senkoji Temple is located in Senkoji Park, halfway up Senkoji Mountain. Senkoji Ropeway to the top of Senkoji Temple.
The vermilion main hall and the Ryugu-zukuri bell tower are representative of Onomichi’s scenery, and the giant and oddly shaped rocks, such as Jade Rock and Mie Rock, on which a shining pearl is said to have once been placed, are a must-see.
According to temple legend, the temple was founded in 806. During the Warring States Period, the lord of Bingo Province built a castle here.
The sound of the bell in the bell tower, “Surprising Sound Bell,” has been selected as one of the 100 best soundscapes in Japan.
The temple grounds offer a panoramic view of the city of Onomichi, the Onomichi Waterway in the Seto Inland Sea, and Mukojima Island, and photos taken here are often used in tourist guides.
Senkoji Park has been selected as one of the 100 best cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan, one of the 100 best night views in Japan (observatory), a heritage site of night views in Japan, and a sacred place for lovers.
Free of charge
Senkoji Park Parking Lot, Pay Parking
5 min. by bus from JR Onomichi Stn. to Nagae-guchi bus stop → 3 min. by ropeway
15 min. walk from JR Onomichi Station → 3 min. by ropeway
10 min. walk from Senkoji Park Parking Lot