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[Akita] Be enchanted by the magnificent gardens and spend some relaxing time at the historic temples! ✨

📝Overview "Kaizozan Dairyuji" in Oga City, Akita Prefecture, is a temple that is attractive for its beautiful gardens that incorporate the Sea of ​​Japan and the Ou Mountains as backdrops, and its historic buildings. It is said that it was re-opened as a Soto Zen temple between 1555 and 1558. The temple grounds have many attractions, including a rare pagoda that also doubles as a bell tower, and a garden with flowers blooming in every season. ✨Recommended points * Beautiful garden The garden, named "Rakusuitei Garden", is a beautiful garden that incorporates the Sea of ​​Japan and the Ou Mountains as backdrops. The flowers blooming in every season soothe visitors. * Rare pagoda The pagoda that doubles as a bell tower is a rare piece of architecture in Japan. You must see its beautiful appearance. * History Dairyuji, with a history of over 500 years, has been watching over the history of Oga. We recommend strolling around the temple grounds while immersing yourself in history. 👀Pay attention to the following! * Ryuoden The Ryuoden, located within the garden, is a building connected to the legend of the beautiful dragon god. It's romantic to reminisce about the legend while admiring the beautiful garden. * Great temple bell A large temple bell hangs from the pagoda. The sound of the bell telling the time resonates in your heart. * Scenery throughout the seasons The garden is decorated with flowers that change with the seasons. You can enjoy beautiful scenery no matter when you visit, with cherry blossoms in the spring, hydrangeas in the summer, and autumn leaves in the fall. ℹ️Information * Address: 34 Funakawa Toriyaba, Funakawa Port, Oga City, Akita Prefecture * Access: * About 5 minutes on foot from JR Oga Station * About 40 minutes by car from Showa IC on the Akita Expressway * Opening hours: * April to October: 8:00 to 16:30 * November to March: 8:00 to 16:00 * Fee: 500 yen 🚗Sightseeing information in the area * Oga Aquarium GAO An aquarium where you can observe the creatures of the sea of ​​Oga up close. The popular "Namahage Diver" show is also a must-see. * Namahage Folklore Museum A facility where you can learn about the history and culture of Namahage. You can also take photos wearing Namahage costumes. * Kanpuzan Rotating Observatory An observation deck with a panoramic view of the Oga Peninsula. On a clear day, you can see the Sea of ​​Japan and the Shirakami Mountains. 🖋️Summary Kaizo-san Dairyuji Temple is a temple that is attractive for its beautiful gardens and historical architecture. You can spend a relaxing time while enjoying the scenery of the four seasons. Please visit once and be healed. We are providing information on tourist spots all over the country! Please check out our other articles! #DomesticTravelStrategy #DomesticTravel
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