CULTURAL SITE

Myosenji Temple ※Shinmeimachi

Iiyama cityShinto Shrines & Buddhist temples

A branch of Myosenji temple, located in the Atagomachi area. The main hall was finally reconstructed in 1980 after burning down in 1948.Tsuchida Kohei, a pupil of famous poet Akahiko Shimaki and a well known tanka writer himself, spent time recuperating from illness at the temple.  It's said that Shimaki came to visit many times as well. A stone tablet in front of the main hall is inscribed with one of Tsuchida's poems.

Address 3181, Iiyama, Iiyama, Nagano 389-2253
Inquiry Iiyama Station Tourist Information Center
TEL 0269-62-7000
Nearest Station JR Kita-Iiyama Station