This view looks straight out of an anime #japantravel #hiddengem #mustsee

Can you believe how close this is to Tokyo? 😮 Part 7️⃣ of our travel sabbatical adventures in Japan! 🇯🇵

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This temple really looks like something out of a Japanese anime! This hidden gem is Risshaku-ji Temple in Yamadera, only 2.5 hours away from Tokyo ⛩️

We loved the forested path along the way and the view of the 8 temples on the top of the mountain was so mystical, especially in the rain 🌳

No wonder it inspired one of the most famous Japanese haikus! 🖋

🚆 Getting there: Take the train from Tokyo Station to Yamadera Station with a transfer at Sendai Station. From there, it’s a 5 minute walk across the bridge to the bottom of the stairs located next to Takasagoya hotel.

⏱️ Hours: 8 AM – 4 PM every day from April – September. 8 AM – 3 PM December – March

💰 Cost: Cash, 300 yen per adult, cheaper for children

🚶‍♀️ Time: It took us less than an hour to go up the 1,000 steps! If you take more pictures and video, it may take you longer. The last entrance up is about 1-1.5 hours before closing

🦾 Drones: Not allowed

👟 What to wear: No need for hiking shoes, just wear sneakers or sandals with grip especially if the ground is wet

🍡 Food: There are shops with local food around the temple. Some shops close in the early afternoon before the temple goes.

📢 Stay tuned as we explore a masterful yakitori gem next.

❓Would you climb 1,000 steps for this view?

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