Suzumushi-dera (Kegonji Temple)
鈴虫寺（華厳寺）
Known as the "Cricket Temple" because it keeps thousands of suzumushi (bell crickets) that sing year-round in temperature-controlled rooms. Famous for its entertaining monk lectures on happiness and its wish-granting Jizo statue that supposedly walks to your home to grant one wish.
Highlights & Must-See Features
- Thousands of bell crickets singing year-round
- Entertaining monk lectures on happiness
- Wish-granting Jizo that "walks to your home"
- Tea and sweet included with admission
- Unique experience unlike any other temple
- Popular with Japanese visitors seeking wishes
📍 How to Get There
Nearest Station
Bus stop Suzumushidera (Bus 73)
Step-by-Step Directions
- 1 From Kyoto Station: Bus 73 to Suzumushidera (55 min)
- 2 Near Saiho-ji (Moss Temple) - combine if you have reservations
- 3 From Hankyu Matsuo-Taisha Station: 15 minute walk
- 4 Popular temple - expect queues on weekends (arrive early)
Location & Maps
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Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings for shorter queues. The cricket singing is year-round (temperature controlled). The entertaining monk lecture is in Japanese but the atmosphere is enjoyable regardless of language comprehension.
Contact & Info
31 Matsumuro Jigadani-cho, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto 615-8294
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