Hieizan Enryakuji Temple
Category: Unique Venues
Enryakuji Temple on Mt. Hiei is the head temple of the Tendai sect of Buddhism with a history of over 1,200 years, and is registered as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Located on the border between Kyoto and Shiga prefectures, the temple is a scenic spot with a view of both Lake Biwa below to the east and the city of Kyoto to the west.
The temple is easily accessible via the Sakamoto Cable Car and Hieizan Driveway, and visitors can enjoy not only the various temple halls, but also experience pleasant nature walks and historical sites.
The Enryakuji Kaikan which resides on the temple's premises is equipped with a large hall that can accommodate up to 300 people, a reception hall and conference rooms for various conventions, as well as lodging facilities. There is also a restaurant and cafe for lunch, as well as a various cultural activities such as sutra writing and Zen meditation, which can be combined with excursions to the temple.
Various events can also be held within the temple grounds.
Facility Overview
| Maximum Capacity |
300 People |
|---|---|
| Maximum Area |
560 ㎡ |
| Number of Rooms |
4 |
| Venue Details |
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| Parking Lot |
Standard cars: 270 |
From the Facility Representative
Since its founding by the great Buddhist monk Saicho, Enryakuji Temple's Konpon Chudo Hall has served as a place of prayer for the protection of the Heian-kyo Capital (former name of Kyoto), as well as daily memorial services for the protection of the nation which are still held today.
The ""eternal light"" that has not been extinguished for 1,200 years since it was lit by Saicho is enshrined within the Konpon Chudo Hall, and continues to be lit before a statue of the Yakushi Nyorai Buddha.
Holding a MICE event at this long-standing historic location will be a special experience for participants both from Japan and abroad.
Various events are also held in each season, and visitors can enjoy the changing nature of the four seasons, such as maple trees in autumn and cherry blossoms and fresh greenery in spring.
We look forward to welcoming you to Enryakuji Temple, a one-stop location where everything from conventions to excursions and accommodations can be held.
General Information
| Address |
Sakamoto-honmachi 4220, Otsu City |
|---|---|
| Phone Number |
077-578-0001 |
| Website | https://www.hieizan.gr.jp/en/ |
| Access |
8 minute walk from Sakamoto Cable Enryakuji Station in the East Pagoda area |
Downloadable Materials
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