Fukusenji Temple is located on a hillside about five kilometers from Tono City and features a five story pagoda, many smaller temples, beautiful Japanese gardens and immaculately maintained grounds. The grounds have a road that allows you to drive to the top instead of walking up the rather steep path, however I recommend taking your time to appreciate the size of the temple grounds and explore all the hidden features of Fukusenji Temple. There are numerous smaller temples scattered amongst the lush foliage, with the largest being at the top of the hillside, one of the most impressive temples you're likely to come across in Tono. The five story pagoda is located halfway down the hill and is also very impressive. Expect to spend one hour wandering the grounds of Fukusenji Temple. The temple and grounds are open everyday from 08:00 ~ 17:00 (April ~ December) and Sundays only (January ~ March). Admission is 300 yen for adults.
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Fukusenji Temple
One of the Most Spectacular in Tono
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![The 5 story pagoda is the centrepiece of the hillside temple grounds](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/6680-47428/1000/iwate-fukusenji-temple-47428.jpg)
The 5 story pagoda is the centrepiece of the hillside temple grounds
![One of my favourite buildings on the temple grounds](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/6680-47427/1000/iwate-fukusenji-temple-47427.jpg)
One of my favourite buildings on the temple grounds
![One of the most impressive temples in all of Tono](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/6680-47430/1000/iwate-fukusenji-temple-47430.jpg)
One of the most impressive temples in all of Tono
![The most impressive temple is located at the top of the hill, well worth the walk](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/6680-47429/1000/iwate-fukusenji-temple-47429.jpg)
The most impressive temple is located at the top of the hill, well worth the walk
![An impressive gate at the entrance to Fukusenji Temple](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/6680-47426/1000/iwate-fukusenji-temple-47426.jpg)
An impressive gate at the entrance to Fukusenji Temple
![Looking down at the 5 story pagoda](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/6680-47431/1000/iwate-fukusenji-temple-47431.jpg)
Looking down at the 5 story pagoda
![There are numerous smaller temples located around the temple grounds](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/6680-47432/1000/iwate-fukusenji-temple-47432.jpg)
There are numerous smaller temples located around the temple grounds
![The pilgramage entrance features a beautiful gate and long walkway leading to the main entrance to the temple](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/6680-47434/1000/iwate-fukusenji-temple-47434.jpg)
The pilgramage entrance features a beautiful gate and long walkway leading to the main entrance to the temple
![The entrance to Fukusenji Temple, visitors can drive, ride or walk up the hill](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/6680-47433/1000/iwate-fukusenji-temple-47433.jpg)
The entrance to Fukusenji Temple, visitors can drive, ride or walk up the hill
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Andre Moreira
7 years ago
Great pictures! Wish I can visit this place someday!
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