Joorenji

The garden of Jorenji Temple embodies the beauty of Japanese gardens. With a pond, stonework, and beautiful plants, you can enjoy the beauty of each season. Cherry blossoms bloom in spring, the greenery becomes lush in summer, autumn leaves are beautiful in fall, and snowscapes spread in winter. Just taking a stroll through the garden is sure to be a healing experience.

At Jorenji Temple, there are many historical buildings such as the main hall, the priest's quarters, and the pagoda, which have been designated as important cultural properties. You can appreciate the beauty and historical value of these buildings. In addition, the main hall displays the "Jorenji Temple Main Hall Origin Picture Scroll," which has been designated as a national treasure, allowing you to see artwork from the Kamakura period.

In autumn, the gardens of Jorenji Temple and the surrounding mountains are dyed in beautiful autumn leaves. You can take a stroll while enjoying the beauty of the autumn leaves. In addition, during the autumn leaf season, there is also a light-up event, allowing you to enjoy the night view.

At Jorenji Temple, you can receive a temple seal. Temple seals are popular souvenirs that allow you to feel the history and culture of Jorenji Temple. Temple seal books are also available for purchase and are an essential item for temple hopping.

There are many tourist spots in Hitachi City around Jorenji Temple. For example, there is the Hitachi Science and Technology Museum and the Hitachinaka Seaside Railway. In addition, there are hot spring resorts in the surrounding area, allowing you to relax while sightseeing.