Shizuoka is not known for it's temple and shrines but there are few and they are just as interesting as other parts of Japan and if youa chance then they are something that might be worth seeing. The most famous temples and shrines in Shizuoka are the 1200-year-old Shuzen-ji Temple area and the Hie Shrine. Both are very close to each other helping you to visit both of them at the same time. Especially the Suzen-ji Temple holds many sights worth seeing in itself like the Shigetsuden sutra library.
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Shuzen-ji Temple
Shuzen-ji is a temple boasting a history of over 1200 years whose establishment is attributed to Buddhist monk Kobo Daishi. Also famous as a place for the autumn colors, the Japanese garden that has been called the Finest Garden of the Tokai during the fall season is open for a limited time.
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Shuzen-ji Temple, Okunoin
Shuzen-ji’s Okunoin includes places such as Aun-no-Taki Falls where Buddhist monk Kobo Daishi practiced. Around the area, there is the large park known as Aji-en where you can enjoy the four seasons through the trees that highlight cherry blossoms and fall leaves.
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