Kurama-dera Temple
鞍馬寺
Mountain temple north of Kyoto, legendary training ground of Minamoto no Yoshitsune. Main hall has cosmic power spot. Beautiful hiking trail over mountain to Kifune Shrine (2 hours). Fall foliage spectacular. Remote peaceful location. Cable car option available.
Highlights & Must-See Features
- Legendary training site of Yoshitsune
- Main hall cosmic power spot (Kinoe area)
- Beautiful mountain hiking trail to Kifune
- Cable car option available
- Spectacular autumn foliage
- Fire Festival (October 22)
- Remote peaceful location
📍 How to Get There
Nearest Station
Kurama Station (Eizan Railway) - 5 minutes walk
Step-by-Step Directions
- 1 From Kyoto: Eizan Railway from Demachiyanagi to Kurama (30 min, 420 yen)
- 2 From Kurama Station: 5 min walk to temple entrance, then steep climb or cable car
- 3 Cable car available (200 yen) to shorten climb
- 4 Hiking trail over mountain to Kifune Shrine (2 hours, moderate)
Location & Maps
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Best Time to Visit
Autumn (November) for spectacular mountain foliage. Spring fresh green. Fire Festival (Oct 22) is famous but extremely crowded. Morning for peaceful mountain atmosphere.
Contact & Info
1074 Kurama Honmachi, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 601-1111
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