Myoryuji Temple (Ninja Temple)

Moloko 2 weeks ago

An intricate building that has some very interesting secrets and history - most of which I don't know because the tour is only in Japanese and the English guidebook available is an extremely abridged summary. 1200 Yen per person is rather steep for the lack of options for non-Japanese visitors and lack of ability to take pictures if you are so inclined but if you find the architecture itself interesting enough it's worth a visit. You need to reserve beforehand though. Bring some warm socks when it's cold since you won't be allowed with shoes inside.

Juan Tomas Rodriguez 2 weeks ago

I had read some good reviews about this place and gave it a chance. Recommend to book in advance, as they only offer guided tours in Japanese (I believe there’s some English translation book) for which you need to get yourself a spot depending on the schedule. We were very lucky that arrived just before a tour commenced and they had spots available. That’s the reason why it costs 1200 yen (which is high for a temple in Japan) but I found the tour quite fun and interesting. This was a temple used back in the feudal era in Japan and was built with some strategical passages and stairs to confuse enemies. The tour takes 40 minutes in total but it goes quite fast.

R Ho a month ago

The Ninja temple turned out unexpectedly to be my family's second favourite place of our trip. Although it is a temple, the visit focused on the intricate and ingenious design. Not to be missed. I would have given the architect a standing ovation! We didn't have a reservation and just walked in. Guide spoke in Japanese and we just followed along with the guidebook which was good enough. To get here, we took a local bus and just showed the driver our Kanazawa shuttle bus ticket because it is covered within the zone.

Johnny Noriaki 4 months ago

Just by looking from the outside, it is a normal and ordinary temple. However, there are various devices inside, and I could understand why it is called Ninjadera. The architectural style, the design of the interior, etc. are very profound. Currently, you need to make a reservation by phone to enter. The admission fee is 1,200yen.

Radosław Kwiatkowski 6 months ago

Great experience. Tour with guide through old Buddhist temple plenty of secret entrances, deceptive defensive, etc -all in Japanese language but easy to follow with booklet containing description and pictures. Booked in advance recommended by phone or intercom located on the left-hand side of the temple. You might have to wait if you arrive directly at the temple without the booking. Pictures, shoes, and food/drinks inside strictly forbidden