Miidera Temple
A temple located in Otsu, Shiga. It is the head temple of the Tendai Jimon sect of Buddhism. Its official name is Onjoji Temple. Since the Heian period, it has flourished with the worship of the imperial family, aristocrats, and warrior families. It was burned down many times during the Genpei Wars and Northern and Southern Courts Conflicts, but was rebuilt each time. It is known for the sound of its evening bell and is considered one of the "Eight Views of Omi".
Nishiki-e and Paintings
東海道 大津三井寺
近江八景 三井晩鐘
三井晩鐘
西国三十三所巡礼画巻
Photos
[日本勝景写真帖]
旅の家つと 第１０ 江州の巻
日本之名勝
日本名勝写真図譜略説
日本名勝写真図譜略説
滋賀県写真帖
鉄道旅行案内
写真遊覧
日本名勝風俗大写真帖
Other Materials
Landmarks around Miidera Temple
Otsu Lake Biwa Enryakuji Temple Hieizan (Mt. Hiei) Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion) Nanzenji Temple Shinnyodo Temple Konkaikomyoji Temple Shugakuin Imperial Villa Ishiyamadera Temple
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