[Nara 2025] Murou-ji Temple (Women’s Koya) Hydrangea Corridor Now Open!Event Period: May 24 – July 6, 2025 – Kansai Hydrangea Event Information

🍃 A serene retreat surrounded by hydrangeas 💠

Right now at Murou-ji, known as the Women’s Koya, a special early summer scenery is unfolding✨

The “Yamato Kannon Ajisai Corridor” is currently being held! 🌿

Centered around Banji Pond(バン字池) behind the Niomon Gate, colorful potted hydrangeas quietly bloom in a peaceful setting💠

The gentle sound of rain and breeze blends into the tranquil atmosphere, creating a soothing moment for visitors.

Murou-ji continues to uphold its Shingon Buddhist traditions, welcoming visitors with a dignified, serene atmosphere and stunning landscapes that harmonize with the seasonal flowers and nature🍀

About Murou-ji Temple (Women’s Koya)

Murou-ji Temple「室生寺むろうじ」, nestled quietly in the mountains of Nara and boasting about 1,200 years of history, is known as a “Women’s Koya” because it was one of the few sacred sites women were allowed to enter when Mount Koya prohibited female worshippers.

🌸 Must-see spots at Murou-ji Temple

Founded in the late Nara period as a temple to pray for the health of the imperial family, its five-story pagoda (a National Treasure) is famous as the oldest wooden pagoda standing outdoors in Japan✨
The temple’s peaceful presence has earned it the nickname “A small Pure Land in the mountains,” making it a hidden gem for those seeking healing💗

🌸 You can enjoy the 2025 hydrangea scenery at Murou-ji Temple on YouTube ☺️

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