Trek Zone

Myōryū-ji, Kanazawa

#9 among attractions in Kanazawa

Sacred and religious sites, Temple
Myōryū-ji

Facts and practical information

Local name: 妙立寺 Completed: 1643 (381 years ago)Coordinates: 36°33'19"N, 136°38'56"E
Address

1-2-12 NomachiKanazawa 921-8031 Japan

Contact
+81 76-241-0888
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Day trips

Myōryū-ji – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kenroku-en, 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa Castle, Seisonkaku.

  • kenroku en kanazawa0.9 miNE
  • 21st century museum of contemporary art kanazawa0.6 miNE
  • kanazawa castle0.9 miNE
  • seisonkaku kanazawa0.9 miNE
  • oyama shrine kanazawa0.8 miNE
  • ishikawa prefectural museum of traditional arts and crafts kanazawa0.9 miNE
  • ishikawa prefectural museum of art kanazawa0.7 miNE
  • national crafts museum kanazawa0.8 miE
  • muro saisei kinenkan museum kanazawa~1350 ftN
  • tatsumi canal kanazawa1 miE
  • ishikawa prefectural history museum kanazawa0.8 miE

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Myōryū-ji open?

Myōryū-ji is open:
  • Monday 8 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tuesday 8 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thursday 8 am - 4:30 pm
  • Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm
  • Saturday 8 am - 4:30 pm
  • Sunday 8 am - 4:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Myōryū-ji?

Nearby attractions include Muro Saisei Kinenkan Museum, Kanazawa (7 min walk), Koganji Temple, Kanazawa (7 min walk), Kutani Kosen Gama Kiln, Kanazawa (8 min walk), Nomura Samurai House, Kanazawa (16 min walk).

How to get to Myōryū-ji by public transport?

The nearest stations to Myōryū-ji:

Bus
  • Hirokoji • Lines: Ll, Rl (2 min walk)
  • No-machi Hirokoji • Lines: 長町ルート (4 min walk)

Train
  • Nomachi (8 min walk)
  • Nishi-izumi (23 min walk)

Where to next? Visit ishikawa Ishikawa region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Japan.

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