TabiWalkTRAVEL LETTER1614 / KONAN

Japan · Shiga

A little travel guide with Tabi

Your first visit
to Konan

Start slowly, with one place.
Find a view and a small meal.

Jorakuji three-story pagoda and autumn leaves, November 2025湖南市
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Hi, I’m Tabi!

Explore historic wooden temple architecture at Jorakuji and Chojuji, two of the Konan Sanzan temples. They are separate stops; check construction, reservations and seasonal visiting conditions before planning.

This guide covers places within Konan, rather than places immediately beside your app check-in.

01 · EXPLORE

Two places to begin

Two different places: start with whichever interests you.

Jorakuji three-story pagoda and autumn leaves, November 202501

A first-visit stop

Jorakuji Temple

常楽寺

The temple has a National Treasure main hall and three-story pagoda. The November 2025 photo does not show current construction or foliage. The tourism association advises reserved weekend visits during works, with weekdays subject to consultation; contact the temple in advance to confirm permitted access.

Getting there
Check the current approach and return transport on the map.

Chojuji main hall exterior in 200602

A first-visit stop

Chojuji Temple

長壽寺

A tree-lined approach leads to a National Treasure main hall. The photograph shows its exterior in 2006 and does not promise autumn colour or special opening. Check interior photography rules, group reservations and closures.

Getting there
Check the current approach and return transport on the map.

02 · A LITTLE BITE

What could you try?

Yahei togarashi is a hot orange pepper associated with Konan’s Shimoda area. Check heat and suggested quantities when choosing seasonings or processed products, and confirm current stock and sellers.

Official guide

03 · YOUR FIRST WALK

Keep your first walk simple

Try the first destination’s permitted entrance → public areas. Choose the other stop after checking separate transport and access.

Check the walking route

Check actual distances and travel times on the map. This suggested walk is separate from your app movement record.

Before you set off

  • Check entry arrangements and return transport first.
  • Choose one stop to suit weather, slopes and local restrictions.
  • Respect private areas and photography rules; check food ingredients locally.
Sources and photographs

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Photo credits

Resized, metadata removed and converted to WebP; display crops vary by screen. Adapted CC BY-SA photos retain the original license.

Photos are historical material dated in the credits, not a guarantee of present scenery or operation. Places without photos use decorative name panels.