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Information on shrines, temples, and power spots around the hotel
Oita Prefecture has not only hot springs, but also many historical shrines and temples.
Power spots, such as Usa Jingu Shrine, the headquarters of Yahata Shrine in Japan.
Why don't you visit shrines and temples in the wilderness, heal fatigue in hot springs, and feel the history of Oita Prefecture?
Pick up recommended shrines and temples in Oita
Usa-jingu Shrine
Usa Jingu Shrine, a national treasure that represents Oita Prefecture, is the total Hongu of about 40,000 Yahata Shrine nationwide, and is also known as the birthplace of Shinto and Buddhist practice.
It is said that there are comprehensive benefits such as bad luck, safety at home, and traffic safety.
And since the Kazuyuki Goten, where Hachiman Ogami, the spirit of Emperor Ojin, is enshrined, was enshrined in 725 (Kamikame 2), "1300 years this year" will be celebrated.
Many related events are held in Usa City, mainly at Usa Jingu Shrine.
2859, Minamiusa, Usa-shi, Oita
■Approx. 40 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: approx. 32km)
Kumano-magaibutsu Stone Buddha
Kumano-magaibutsu Stone Buddha is located at the end of the steep stone steps that the demon stacked overnight.
Japan's largest cliff Buddha is a nationally designated important cultural property and is said to have been created at the end of the Heian period.
The expression "Dainichi Nyorai (approximately 6.7m)" with a tight expression on the right hand of the cliff, and "Fudo Myo (approximately 8m)" as if you were smiling on the left hand are engraved. It is so natural that it blends into the surrounding landscape as if it had been there before.
Tashibuhirano, Bungotakada-shi, Oita 2546-3
■Approx. 35 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: approx. 22km)
Fuki-ji Temple
Fukiji Temple is a venerable temple that was opened during the Heian period as a temple of Usa Shrine Omiyaji.
Among them, Fukiji Odo, which is designated as a national treasure, is one of the three Amida-do in Japan, along with the Phoenix Hall of Byodo-in Temple in Uji and the Chuson-ji Golden Hall of Hiraizumi, and is the oldest existing wooden building in Kyushu.
In addition to the fresh greenery of spring and the snowy scenery of winter, the scenery from late November to early December when the entire precincts are dyed with autumn leaves is the best.
2395, Tashibufuki, Bungotakada-shi, Oita
■Approx. 42 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: approx. 30km)
Ryoko-ji Temple
The statue of Nio, which is the largest in Kunisaki, welcomes you to the shrine. The large cedar forest that continues in the back has been selected as one of the "100 Best Forest Bathing Forests in Japan".
In addition, many maples are planted in the precincts, and in autumn, many people visit as a famous spot for autumn leaves.
It is said that the eleven-faced Senju Kannon and Ryosho Daigongen, which are enshrined in the main shrine of Okunoin, are beneficial for giving children.
When you go into the cave, you will see a stone statue of Thousand Kannon, and spiritual water, which is said to be beneficial for longevity, springs.
1548, Akimachifutago, Kunisaki-shi, Oita
■About 50 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: about 40km)
Awashima-sha Shrine
Awashimasha, where you can see the beautiful ocean right next to the shrine.
Founded in 1625 (Kanei 2), this shrine is located in a rock cave that protrudes into the sea, and is located in a rare place nationwide.
It is known as Oita Prefecture's best marriage spot because it is enshrined as a "women's guardian deity" that is said to solve women's worries such as love fulfillment, marriage, prayer for safe delivery, and women's diseases and fulfill their wishes.
7-10, Usuno, Bungotakada-shi, Oita
■About 60 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: about 50km)
Monjusen-ji Temple
Monju Senji Temple, located at the foot of Mt. Monju, is one of Japan's Sanbunju, which is said to be the birthplace of the proverb, "If you are three people, you will have the wisdom of Monju." The precincts are lined with giant trees such as sacred zelkova, which is said to be 1,000 to 1500 years old, and cedar, which are about 400 years old, and natural forests throughout the area, including nearby forests, are designated as natural monuments in Oita Prefecture.
The main statue of Monju Bodhisattva is worshiped as the first Buddha of wisdom, as well as as a bodhisattva that gives wisdom to survive in life, especially during the examination season, many worshipers visit to pray for success and fulfillment of school work.
2432, Kunisakimachidaionji, Kunisaki-shi, Oita
■About 65 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: about 55km)
Itsutsuji Fudoson
It is Iwaya who worships Fudo Myoo, who trained with four companions, Nimon Bosatsu.
From afar, the entire Iwaya looks like a fort, and both sides are almost cliffs.
The view from Iwaya is superb, and on a clear day, you can overlook the spectacular view of Himeshima and other islands of the Seto Inland Sea.
Kunimimachisendo, Kunisaki-shi, Oita
■About 65 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: about 50km)
Ishibotoke, Usuki
It is said that the national treasure Usuki Stone Buddha (Cliff Buddha), represented by the statue of Dainichi Nyorai, was sculptured from the end of the Heian period to the Kamakura period. It is not clear who built it for what purpose, and it is still surrounded by many mysteries.
It is a group of stone Buddhas representing Japan in terms of its size and quantity, and in terms of the quality of sculptures.
The adjacent Stone Buddha Park is full of seasonal flowers. Above all, from July to August, large lotus flowers are in full bloom, and the state looks like a paradise pure land.
804-1, Fukata, Usuki-shi, Oita
■Approx. 50 minutes by car from the hotel (distance: approx. 60 km)
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