
Jionji Temple Terrace: A Historical Journey Through Time, Featuring a Stylish Temple Cafe (Yamagata Prefecture)
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Yamagata Prefecture is home to many temples and shrines that are of great historical value
a facility where you can relax at a cafe with terrace seating while experiencing valuable cultural assets and history"Jionji Terrace,"we'll introduce
What is Jionji Terrace?

in Sagae City, Yamagata Prefecturethe "former grounds of Jionji Temple"provides an easy-to-understand introduction toa comprehensive information facility with a cafe that.
This facility, which celebrated its first anniversary this year, is still relatively new and is a hidden gem among locals.
It boasts a wealth of attractions, including projection mapping and a theater room utilizing cutting-edge technology, yet admission is free.
Jionji Temple boasts a long history and vast grounds
by imperial decree of Emperor Shomu during the Nara periodJionji Temple, said to have been foundeda "temple of religious services" whereand has played the role of

During the Edo period,a vast territory of 2,800 kokuwas granteda large temple complex with 3 sub-temples and 48 monks' quarters centered around the main hallit became famous as
It is also famous as a "treasure trove of cultural properties," housing more than 200 valuable cultural artifacts created from the Heian period to the Kamakura period.
enshrined in the Yakushido Hall, the twelve standing statues of the Twelve Heavenly Generalshave attracted attention both domestically and internationally, having been exhibited at the Tokyo National Museum and in exhibitions in Italy and Rome. In 2014, the vast former temple grounds, covering approximately 446,000 square meters (about the size of 10 Tokyo Domes),as a national historic sitewere designated
Many of the latest facilities! Highlights of Jionji Terrace
Jionji Temple Time Travel
"Jionji Time Travel" is a projection mapping projected onto a huge diorama measuring approximately 4 meters by 4 meters

You can learn visually about the history and origins of the area around Jionji Temple from approximately 1,300 years ago to the present day, accompanied by an audio guide
Jionji Theater
A 240° circular theater measuring 3 meters high and approximately 20 meters wide
High-quality 4K video and powerful sound beautifully project the nature of Sagae and the precious cultural assets owned by Jionji Temple, such as the Twelve Heavenly Generals statues
Jionji Temple Walking Guide

On the large 65-inch monitor in the entrance hall, you can view useful information such as recommended walking routes within the former Jionji Temple grounds, the latest sights to see, and safety information
Temple soba and temple cafe
Located inside Jionji Temple Terrace, Tera Soba and Tera Cafe serves local gourmet food and is the perfect place to take a break after visiting the vast grounds of Jionji Temple. The seats by the window are equipped with power strips, and the cafe can also be used as a coworking space
Meat soba
"Niku Soba" is a local gourmet dish that has been popular in Yamagata Prefecture for many years and is a bowl of Tera Soba's best
Hot soba noodles are also available, but cold soba noodles are more popular among locals
Lemon squash
Vitamin colors that will cheer you up just by looking at them!

This stylish lemon squash, with its beautiful yellow gradient, is best enjoyed after a good stir.
The tart lemon will soothe your tired body.
It's highly recommended as a drink after a stroll!
Cherry smoothie
Sagae City is known as one of the leading cherry-producing areas.
The smoothies use cherries from Sagae. A key feature is that, because no sugar is added, you can fully enjoy the natural sweetness of the cherries.
Despite being a tourist spot, every item on the menu is delicious and reasonably priced.
There's also a terrace seating area, so on nice days you can enjoy your meal while taking in the scenery.
Why not feel the pleasant breeze and reflect on the long history of Jionji Temple?
summary
Jionji Terrace is a new guidance facility that conveys the charm of Jionji Temple, complete with a stylish cafe.
If you prepare by learning about the history and valuable cultural assets before visiting Jionji Temple, you're sure to enjoy it many times more! Please do visit.
Jionji Terrace <Information>
- Name: Jionji Terrace
- Address: 1178-1 Jionji, Sagae City, Yamagata Prefecture
- Phone number: 0237-84-6811
- URL:https://jionji-terrace.jp/



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