Mitaki-dera

Honestly one of the most beautiful temples I’ve ever been to and I’ve seen many. It’s quite hidden and there are not many people going there, also mostly locals, so not as touristy as other ones.
I also highly recommend hiking up the mountain or going into the forest a little bit it’s a very nice view from up top, took like 1-1,5h and is a quite easy hike (feels like 3/10)

One of the most beautiful temple I’ve ever seen. The wooden structures are built within the rocks on the mountain which creates an incredible atmosphere.

Whilst you’re there I recommend hiking to the top of the mountain as you’ll have several unforgettable scenic spots looking over Hiroshima. If you do though, be aware that the temple close at 5pm so make sure to be back by then.

This is a magical place of great peace and serenity. Loved it to bits. There's a kind old lady next to the temple selling charms and providing information for visitors. You throw the entrance donation into a wooden box with 5 openings. I'd visit again!

Beautiful temple in the hills just outside Hiroshima, we worth the walk to get here. The temple is spread over a hillside with many steps. Very tranquil, with waterfalls.

Such a gem of a temple nestled in the forest hillside. It's about a 15 min walk from the local station. Not many tourists visit so you're likely to have the place to yourself. Beautiful gardens and walkway path up stairs with sound of water trickling down rocks.

The entire temple is full of serenity and harmony. One of the best I have seen in Chukogu. Highly recommended.

Great place to visit on the outskirts of Hiroshima city for a peaceful and quiet walk in the woods. It's best to visit in the autumn season. There are free limited parking slots at the entrance.

Just amazing way to finish with Hiroshima. After some bus stops, you just end up in the middle of the forest with pagodas, temples and Buddha statues.
And for the most stouthearted, the ascension for the view point above Hiroshima starts there, and it's definitely worth the view !

The temple is nice, but in the end, it's a temple, albeit quite well maintained and also very calm and peaceful. What's better is the trail up to Mitakiyama, which you should definitely take. I strongly recommend taking the A course if you're not into climbing steep inclines. B course is really steep. In addition, a course leads you through a nice bamboo forest and over a small dam. Be nice and pay the entrance fee at the temple entrance to the left. They deserve it!

I visited Mitaki-dera for a second time now in June 2024, my first time was in October 2019. Definitely recommend, as this is very peaceful temple area, there’s not so many people so you can enjoy the silence and sounds of nature. There’s also toilets inside the area. On the first time I walked all the way from Mitaki station (about ~850m) but because it’s all uphill it was quite rough. This time we took the bus from Kamiyacho to Seiganji-mae, it took about ~20mins and from the bus stop the climbing up was only ~500m.

Amazing temple and garden. In the morning light your pictures will be stunning. The temple is spectacular as it is on the mountain and you get amazing views of nature and you can stop for a moment and meditate. Or just enjoy the silence

A little hike necessary to ascend to this temple. No crowd and the place is surreal

Beautiful and tranquil temple complex with a wide variety of architecture and sculptures. Although I went on a national holiday it was very quiet with few tourists. Can walk in about half an hour from Hiroshima station

Absolutely stunning and peaceful temple. Not very busy when we went on a Sunday afternoon and the forest shelters you from the heat of the sun.

It's about a 10-15 minute walk uphill to the temple and there aren't many shops, if any, so make sure you bring some water and snacks.

Once you get in the forest, there are many paths, shrines and waterfalls on the way to the temple and lots to see! I definitely recommend going.

Note: There are earning signs of wild boars in the area so avoid going in the evening or late at night!

One of the best temples i went to, and i have been into a lot.

I went early in the morning and the beautiful sound of the rushing water through the mist was like something out of a movie. This was occasionally punctuated by the soft deep bass of a large Buddhist bell. Stone steps weave their way up the mountain through panoply of Buddhist statues large and small.

There appeared to be some small restaurants or cafes that the proprietors were setting up for later in the day.

Continuing on from the temple is one of the most spectacular hikes to be found in Hiroshima It's a short 45 minutes to the top, and you can see all of the city and the surrounding Inland Sea

This is a magical place that everyone should visit while they're in Hiroshima. Bring some water for the hike, and some hiking boots or trekking poles. A pair of binoculars is also nice to take in the view at the top. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!

The best shrine we have been to so far! It is gorgeous! Highly recommend for a none touristy spot that exceeds expectations!

A scenic Buddhist temple + hiking trail out back. There are many buildings and structures to see, and there is a small eatery as well that serves noodles, mochi, and shaved ice. There is also a small souvenir shack.

Obviously dress modestly because you are visiting a sacred temple, but if you plan to go hiking, you need to dress appropriately for that as well. Honestly it took about an hour to reach the summit, but only about 20 minutes on the descent.

It's a nice place to go during the day. We got there at 11:20 am and left around 3pm, including meandering through all the paths, hiking, chilling at the top, and eating at the small eatery.

Beautiful temple. A real hidden gem! Also an entry for a beautiful hike up the mountain where you can enjoy a really great view on the city of Hiroshima and it’s surroundings. A real hidden gem

Mitakidera is one of the most beautiful and serene places I've visited in Japan. It's filled with beautiful statues, little streams, brooks, and waterfalls, and the temples are gorgeous. This peaceful place is worth a visit at any time of year.