Kouzenji

The Kouzenji Temple is famous for its cherry blossoms and Japanese garden, which is registered as a place of national scenic beauty. While the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, the Kouzenji Temple is filled with bright lights for night viewings. The hikarigoke moss reflects sunlight emitting a beautiful and mysterious display. The hikarigoke moss is an endangered species that grows naturally at the temple. You can see hikarigoke moss from around mid-April to around late October. For the rest of the time, the hikarigoke moss dies during the cold winter season. In addition, the temple grounds are home to the famous setting of the Hayataro legend, which appears in old Japanese tales. Hayatoro’s tomb is located beside the main hall of the temple grounds.