Chorakuji Temple where the Russo-Japan Treaty of Amity was signed.
- Availableperiod
- Throughout a year
- Fee
- 1 people 300yen～
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Chorakuji Temple where the Russo-Japan Treaty of Amity was signed. -
The temple bell in the precincts familiar in the area. -
One of eighty-eight hallow grounds in Izu. -
Principal images of the zodiac in the precincts
Outline of the program
The temple priest talks about the background of the conclusion of the Japan-Russia Treaty of Peace and Amity. Details of what happened in the main hall when Admiral Putyatin arrived at Shimoda, and the Treaty was signed.Listen to the sound of Sui-kin-kutsu(water harp), echo of dropping water in the vase buried in the soil, near the statue of young Kobo Daishi master, in the precincts.
The temple is also assigned as 88 hallow grounds in Izu, 33 Deity of Mercy hallow grounds in Izu Yokomichi and as seven gods of good fortune in Izu.
Program schedule
A tour of the main hall - Talk about the conclusion of the Russo-Japan Treaty of Amity. A visit to the precincts and etc. (about 30 minutes)Availability of English guides on the day of the activity
Japanese only. English guide is not available. Exhibits are displayed only in Japanese.Detail of the program
| Venue ⁄ location | Chorakuji Temple |
|---|---|
| Available period | Throughout a year |
| Available period | |
| Hours of registration | 9;00am - 5:00pm |
| Length of the program | 30 minutes |
| Reservation | Required |
| Toilet | Yes |
| Kiosk | No |
| Necessity of bringing something to eat | No |
| Place to eat | No |
Required items to bring
Precautions ⁄ remarks
Please understand the guide is not available when Buddhist memorial services, etc. are held, even the precincts are free to visit.Details of the fee
Adult (high school student and over) : 300 yen,
Elementary and junior high school student : 150 yen,
Discount rates are applied to local schools for learning purposes.
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| Remarks concerning the fee | |
|---|---|
| Payment method | Cash on the day |
| Cancellation fee | On the day and non-participation without notice: 100% |
| Reservations accepted from | Throughout a year |
|---|---|
| Reservations accepted until | Previous day, noon |
| Maximum number of people accepted through the reservation | 1～20 people |
Meeting place ⁄ map
Meeting place (name) ⁄ meeting time
Chorakuji TempleMeeting place (address ⁄ access)
7-8 minutes bus ride from Shimoda Station for Shimoda Marine Aquarium and get off at Oura-guchi, then 2 minutes walk.Reservation ⁄ inquiry
| English service for making reservations and inquiries | No support in English. Please contact to 'seamon' by phone or email. |
|---|---|
| Name | Chorakuji Temple |
| Address | 13-19 3 chome Shimoda |
| TEL ⁄ FAX |
Tel.0558-22-0731
When you make a reservation or inquiry on the phone or via FAX, tell the instructor that you saw the Sea-mon website. |
| Business hours | 9:00am - 5:00pm |
| Closed | Irregular |
| Website |
We can answer your inquiries and provide extra information.
Mr. Tanaka
Ms. Aoki
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