Yamadera (Rissyakuji Temple)

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Hojuzan Rissyakuji Temple, affectionately known as "Yamadera," is a sacred Tendai sect temple founded in 860 by Jikaku Daishi. Climbing the 1,015 stone steps is said to be an ascetic path that washes away worldly desires. The panoramic view of the rustic landscape from Godaido Hall, which clings to the cliffside, is simply breathtaking. Famous as the site where haiku master Matsuo Basho composed one of his most celebrated poems, it offers a mystical serenity and powerful natural beauty that changes with each season. For international travelers seeking spiritual healing and spectacular views, it is a must-visit "power spot" in the Tohoku region.

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Yamadera (Rissyakuji Temple)

Address: 4456-1 Yamadera, Yamagata-shi, Yamagata
Website: https://rissyakuji.jp/
Operator: Hojusan Risshaku-ji (Yamadera Temple)

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