Tairyuji Temple

This temple with its massive grounds is located at the top of a mountain in the southern part of Tokushima Pilgrimage. It can be reached by foot or by cable car. It is said that Kukai/Kobo Daishi, the founder of Shingon Buddhism and the Shikoku pilgrimage spent 100 days training here on his journey around the island.

Tairyuji Temple

It is located near the summit of the 618-meter-high mountain. The steep and rugged path leading up to the temple is so steep that is called a place where "pilgrims fall down" (henro korogashi). There is a lot to see at this impressive temple including a rock that has a statue of the Buddhist priest, Kukai that shows the assumed spot where he spent many days in training.

Cable Car to Tairyuji Temple

For those who are not up to the challenge of walking up to the temple, we recommend using the cable car (known in Japanese as ropeway), which is the longest ropeway in western Japan at 2,775 meters with a height difference of 422 meters. From the window, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Naka River, Mt.Tsurugi, Kii Channel, and Tachibana Bay.

Explore Tairyuji

When you enter the temple grounds walk through the rows of centuries-old cedar trees, breathe in the clean air, enjoy the panoramic view, and visit the various buildings. You can feel the changing seasons from the fresh greenery of summer to the changing leaves of autumn.

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