Engyoji Temple (Mount Shosha)

Engyoji Temple sits atop Mount Shosha, a Buddhist temple founded in 966. It gained international fame as a filming location for 'The Last Samurai'. The three main halls (Mitsunodo) house historic temples featuring beautiful architecture and serene atmosphere. The summit is reached via ropeway then a 20-minute walk through sacred forest. Note: Ropeway closed for maintenance February 5 to March 18, 2026.

Practical Information

Prices verified: Feb 10, 2026

Entrance Fee

Adult
500 JPY~500 $
freeFor.under_19Free

Ropeway separate: ¥1200 round trip, ¥700 one way. Combo ticket available ¥2400

Best Time to Visit

Autumn for colorful foliage, spring for cherry blossoms. Check ropeway schedule before visiting. Avoid Feb 5 - Mar 18, 2026 (ropeway maintenance).

Connectivity & Services

Wheelchair access
Not accessible
Audio guide
Not available
Staff assistance
Not available

Facilities & Services

restrooms
gift shop
restaurants
hiking trails
viewpoint

Working Hours

Verified: Feb 10, 2026
Monday08:30 — 17:00
Tuesday08:30 — 17:00
Wednesday08:30 — 17:00
Thursday08:30 — 17:00
Friday08:30 — 17:00
Saturday08:30 — 17:00
Sunday08:30 — 17:00

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Weather

Average temperature by month

Nowweather8°
71%6 м/с
Todayweather16°4°
Tomorrowweather11°8°
Thuweather15°7°
Friweather18°9°
Satweather14°8°
Sunweather16°2°
Monweather13°6°
9°
2°Jan
10°
2°Feb
14°
5°Mar
19°
10°Apr
24°
15°May
27°
20°Jun
31°
24°Jul
32°
25°Aug
28°
21°Sep
22°
15°Oct
16°
9°Nov
11°
4°Dec