What other travelers are saying about Daisho-in Temple
I honestly loved this place! The temples are absolutely stunning—peaceful, beautifully preserved, and full of history. There’s such a rich sense of culture everywhere you look, from the intricate statues to the sacred rituals happening quietly in the background. It’s a spiritual and serene experience that really stays with you. Definitely one of the most meaningful stops on my trip to Japan!
Daishō-in is one of the most beautiful and peaceful places I visited in Japan. Tucked at the base of Mount Misen, this temple complex is full of spiritual energy, moss-covered statues, prayer wheels, and quiet corners perfect for reflection. The atmosphere is calm and serene, with a deep sense of history—you can really feel it as you walk through the gates and climb the stone steps.
There are so many interesting details, like the spinning sutras, the eternal flame, and rows of small Jizo statues. It’s also less crowded than other spots on Miyajima, making it a great escape from the busy shrine area. If you're hiking Mount Misen, definitely stop here either before or after—it’s the perfect place to slow down and take in the beauty of the island. Highly recommended!
A beautiful and peaceful temple complex with a serene atmosphere.
The site features intricate statues, colorful prayer wheels, and well maintained pathways leading up the hillside.
It offers a quiet retreat from the more crowded areas nearby. The historical significance and spiritual ambiance make it a worthwhile visit.
A great place to explore, reflect, and enjoy the surrounding nature.
One of my favorite temples I’ve visited in Japan. There’s so many layers and angles to enjoy.
Please be mindful of the sacredness and reality in which allows us to visit such wonders of the world. Stay off your phone, be mindful, try to keep conversations for after words or to an absolute minimum, and take less photos and enjoy first hand the experience that is unfolding right in front of you.
It’s places like these that we should cherish and remember the most. The photos come secondary.
Thank you to all who made it possible to enjoy 🙏🏽
I must confess, this was one of my favorite place to visit. It offers a lot and it is free entrance. Let’s start:
1. The entrance start with some rocky stairs surrounded by a very beautiful nature. Every step allows you to see like small shrine, some small statues where the people left coins and the main entrance of the temple.
2. Just before the main entrance, you can ring a bell (for free, we did the same in Kyoto and we paid like ¥200/$1.40 aprox)
3. The entrance, before going into the stairs, were protected by 2 statues that are pretty nice.
4. Inside you will see like shrines or temple (sorry my ignorance, do your homework to avoid this type of confusions) mixed by a lot of nature.
5. My fav vid from today is one that the temple is surrounded by a fog, it is not always on, you will have to wait for the correct moment.
Because I do not know how to express with the corrects words what I witness, I will give you my pics and vids
Disclosure: Every time I read that photos and vids were not allowed I obeyed, DO the same. There are some people who believe they are geniuses because the got the vid, they are not…
