A seasonal highlight of autumn: the red spider lilies at Kōjō-in Temple *Less than a 10-minute drive from our property*
In autumn, the cluster amaryllis (Lycoris radiata) near Kojo-in is at its best from around the September equinox through early October.
*At Monzenya next door, three white snakes have appeared one after another, drawing many visitors from far away to see them.
*At the end of the video, the owner even showed us a shed skin from “Mr. White Snake”...!
Shinano Hiei Monzenya
*Meals are available.
3614 Chisato, Achi-mura, Shimoina-gun, Nagano
0265-44-2258
https://shinanohiei-monzenya.com/
White Snake Festival Days (Ennichi) will be held on:
2026/9/26 (Sat), 27 (Sun) 10:00–15:00
Venue:
3592-4 Chisato, Achi-mura, Shimoina-gun, Nagano
Shinano Hiei Kojo-in / Monzenya / Around Tosan-do & Sonohara Visitor Center Habaki Kigukan
Inquiries:
Shinano Hiei Kojo-in 0265-44-2366
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Shinano Hiei Kojo-in is a historic temple located less than a 10-minute drive from Hirugami Onsen Village.
Kojo-in was founded by Saicho (Dengyo Daishi), founder of the Tendai sect. To assist travelers crossing Misaka Pass—once considered the most difficult section of the Tosan-do route—he established Kosa-in on the Gifu side and Kojo-in on the Nagano side.
Today, the head priest offers Dharma talks as well as zazen meditation and sutra copying experiences. We recommend visiting before or after your trip. (*Advance Reservation required)
Shinano Hiei Kojo-in
https://shinanohiei.com/














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