Rurikoji Temple

Lovely temples with a lot to take in. Very busy, but nowhere near Kyoto levels. The five storey pagoda is the main attraction. Go up close to see how beautifully built it is.

Another stunning example of Japan's history and culture showcased by their temples, shrines and museums. A must visit by anyone willing to learn and experience everything Japan has to offer.

Stopped by Yamaguchi en route to Hakata from Hiroshima just to visit Rurikoji. It was worth the trip. Magnificent and tranquil spot.

Although the Pagoda is currently under construction until March of 2026, the surrounding grounds are beautiful. Rurikoji Temple is one of Yamaguchi’s most stunning and historically significant sites. Its five-story pagoda, built in 1442, is considered one of Japan’s most beautiful, rivaling those in Kyoto and Nara. Set within Kozan Park, the temple grounds are peaceful and well-maintained, offering a serene atmosphere perfect for reflection and photography. With the cherry blossoms blooming, it makes for great pictures. Unlike more crowded temples in major cities, Rurikoji offers a quieter and more intimate experience, making it a must-visit for history lovers, architecture enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a peaceful escape. If you’re in Yamaguchi, this temple is definitely worth a stop.

The five storied pagoda and grounds. Pagoda currently under renovation at the time of writing (November 2023), whilst the grounds and temple are still open. Quaint and peaceful, well maintained, and not too busy on a Saturday morning.

A very beautiful and out of the world place. We visited this temple in March, and the cherry blossom season had just started. It was a lovely experience, which i will never forget. We took a bus from the Yamaguchi station to the temple. After visiting the temple, we walked down the river walk and reached the station. The walk too was very scenic, and it's an experience which will be treasured forever.

Unfortunately we did not see the temple as there were construction works, however we really enjoyed the park itself. It was very calming en peaceful, and I can only imagine how beautiful it must be to see the temple as well!

The place is very nice and have a historic value also. We have visited by riding by cycle. There is a recent renovation work going on in 5 storied Ruriko-ji temple. We became a little bit frustrated since it was not visible. Due to construction work a whole cover has been covering the entire temple. There were some ice cream shop near the park and gate also. But remember all shops closed sharply at 5:00 PM. Overall, this is a nice place to visit when you were at Yamaguchi City.