Myoryu-ji Temple
Ishikawa Prefecture Kanazawa Area
Myoryuji, known as Ninja-dera (Temple of the Ninja) is an old temple of the Nichiren sect. It was founded by the 3rd Kaga lord Toshitsune Maeda as a prayer place for Maeda Family. Although it does not look special from the outside, the structure inside the building is complex, built in four-stories with 7 layers. It has 23 rooms and 29 stairs. In order to deceive the eyes of enemies, the total of 29 trick devices are built in, such as hidden chambers and stairs, labyrinthine corridors, and secret tunnels. Bookings required because guides will lead the way.
Address
3-1 Dewa-machi, Kanazawa city
Access (nearest railway station)
3 minutes on foot from Hirokoji bus stop on Hokutetsu Bus.
Hours
9：00～16：30 (till 16：00 in winter) ※Reservation can be made every 30 minutes
Closed
Days when buddhist memorial service are held, at the time of annual functions and events are held, and Year's End and New Year holiday period (Dec 30th～Jan 1st)
Entry fee
Viewin fee: Adults ・Students 800yen, Children 600yen (Reservation necessary)
Parking
Gokuraku-ji Parking Area (fees apply)
Inquiries
076-241-0888