Founded in 1906 on the former grounds of a castle, Myoken-ji Temple is a serene Buddhist retreat reached by a scenic series of stone steps and winding trails. The temple is dedicated to a sacred statue of the Myōken Bodhisattva, the deified personification of the North Star, which was originally enshrined on Kyoto's Mount Atago before being relocated here. Visitors can enjoy quiet contemplation amidst surrounding nature along with sweeping vantage points over one of Japan's most ancient hot spring villages. It serves as an atmospheric, contemplative escape just a short hike away from Arima's bustling bathhouses.
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