Mitaki-dera Temple
三瀧寺
An old temple in the hills outside the city, with three waterfalls, moss-covered stone Buddhas and a vermilion multi-treasure pagoda. It is the closest famous autumn-foliage spot to central Hiroshima.
Mitaki-dera was founded in 809 and belongs to the Omuro branch of Shingon Buddhism. It takes its name from three waterfalls within its grounds: Koma Falls, Bonon Falls and Yusei Falls. Climbing the stone steps of the mountain path, you pass moss-covered ground and many stone Buddhas. The vermilion Tahoto pagoda was moved here from Wakayama in the 16th century and is a Prefectural Important Cultural Property. After the atomic bombing, water from the falls was used in peace memorial water-offering ceremonies. The autumn foliage is most beautiful from mid to late November, and the site is peaceful on weekdays when visitors are few. Admission is about ¥200. It is about a 15-minute uphill walk from Mitaki Station on the JR Kabe Line.
Opening hours
08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Hiroshima Castle
- Atomic Bomb Dome
- Hiroshima Museum of Art
- Hiroshima Orizuru Tower
- Peace Memorial Park & Museum
- Hondori Shopping Street
- Shukkei-en Garden
- Okonomimura