Myoraku-ji Temple
On the grounds of Myōraku-ji Temple in Gōno-guchi stands a monument inscribed with a haiku by Yosa Buson, one of the leading haiku poets of the Edo period, who was also highly regarded for his talent as a painter. The haiku monument was erected in the 15th year of the Taisho era by the then-abbot, Kōkawa Kaidō, and bears the inscription “The scent of mushrooms left behind—Uji Shūi,” taken from Buson’s own handwriting preserved in Ujitawara.
On the grounds of Myoraku-ji Temple in Gōno-guchi stands a monument inscribed with a haiku by Yosa Buson, one of the leading haiku poets of the Edo period, who was also highly regarded for his talent as a painter. The haiku monument was erected in Taishō 15 by the then-abbot, Kōkawa Kaidō, and is inscribed with the lines “The scent of mushrooms left behind—Uji Shūi,” taken from Buson’s original manuscript preserved in Ujitawara.
Reservations & Registration
- How to Register
No registration required
*Please contact us in advance to visit the interior of the hall.
Basic Information
- Season
- Year-round
- Closed Days & Excluded Dates
- None (Open year-round)
- Duration
- About 1 hour
- Group Size
- Minimum 1 people
- Language Support
- Staff: Japanese
- Accessibility
- Not allowed
Pricing
- List Price
- Free
Access & Meeting Place
Operator Information
- Address
- 118 Gonokuchi Honmachi, Ujitawara-cho, Kyoto Prefecture
- Phone Number
- 0774-88-4118
- Official Website
- https://ujitawara-kyoto.com/sightseeing/shrinestemples/妙楽寺/
Area & City/Town Introduction (Ujitawara Town)
Located in the southeastern part of Kyoto Prefecture, “Ujitawara Town” is a heart-shaped town rich in natural beauty. Known as the birthplace of green tea, it boasts a long history as a producer of high-quality tea. The town is filled with beautiful scenery that changes with the seasons, and its historic temples and shrines, along with its traditional culture, are very much alive. In this town, nurtured by abundant nature, history, and tea culture, you can spend a relaxing and peaceful moment—much like a cup of tea served to welcome a guest.
