Jodoji Temple
In Japanese: 浄土寺
An old temple in Onomichi said to have been founded by Prince Shotoku. Its main hall and two-storey Tahoto pagoda are National Treasures, and its garden is a national Place of Scenic Beauty.
National Treasures (Main Hall, Tahoto pagoda); National Place of Scenic Beauty (garden)
Nearby
- Onomichi & Senkoji Temple ≈ 15 min by car
- Myooin Temple ≈ 40 min by car
- Tomonoura ≈ 40 min by car
- Kosanji Temple & Hill of Hope ≈ 40 min by car
- Kojoji Three-Story Pagoda, Setoda ≈ 40 min by car
Travel times are rough estimates by car.
- Getting there
- About 10 min by local bus from JR Onomichi Station (about 25 min on foot)
- Fee
- Regular visit ¥300 (junior high and under ¥150); special visit incl. inner halls ¥800 (¥400); treasure hall ¥400
- Good to know
- Visits 9:00–16:00 (special visits until 15:30); sometimes closed for services, tea ceremonies or repairs
- Time needed
- 1 h
Checked against the official Japanese website on 2026-10-15. Report outdated info