Daisenji Amidado

Mount Daisen is a famous peak of Tottori. Within the precinct of Daisenji, opened on its slope, an old hall called Amidado stands quietly. Set in the forest a little apart from the busy area around the main hall, it is a calm hidden spot where visitors are few.

This hall was built around the end of the Muromachi era and is designated a national important cultural property. The Amida triad enshrined inside is also precious, with all three figures designated national important cultural properties. Standing before the old hall wrapped in forest, you quietly sense the depth of prayer handed down across long years.

Highlights

- A hall built in the late Muromachi era, a national important cultural property - An Amida triad whose three figures are all important cultural properties - A quiet presence wrapped in forest - The history of Daisenji and the depth of mountain faith

Enjoying the Seasons

In spring the fresh green around it softly wraps the hall, filling the air with freshness. In summer the shade brings coolness and the quiet of the forest is pleasant. In autumn the old hall stands out against the crimson of the whole Daisen area, wrapped in a moist charm. In winter snow may close the way, but the solemnity stands out in the silence.

Access and Basic Information

- Located in Daisen, Tottori, within the precinct of Daisenji - About 20 minutes by car from the Yonago interchange - Reached by walking a forest path from the area around the main hall - Easy to tour together with Ogamiyama Shrine Okumiya

A Quick Tip

If you visit Daisenji or Ogamiyama Shrine Okumiya, this is an old hall worth going the extra distance for. The forest path away from the busy main hall settles the heart all on its own. As you walk a forest trail, set out in comfortable shoes.