Saishoin five-story pagoda
最勝院五重塔
This pagoda was planned by the 3rd Lord Nobuyoshi, with construction beginning in 1656 and being completed in 1667. It is considered to be the most beautiful pagoda in Tokoku. It was built during the Edo Period using a construction method with no nails. The pagoda is designated as a national important cultural heritage site. Repairs made after damage from Typhoon No.19 that hit in 1991 were completed in 1994.
- Area
- Tsugaru area
- Trip Category
- Autumn Guide
General Information
- Address
- 青森県弘前市銅屋町63
- Telephone Number
- 0172-34-1123
- Opening Times
- 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m
- Closures
- Open 365 days a year
- Directions
- Take the Konan Bus bound for Sakuragaoka from JR Hirosaki Station and get off at Hiroko-mae, 13 min. ride
- Website
- See trip advisor
Basic Information
- Multilingual
Staff - Multilingual
Signs - Free Wi-Fi
- Contactless
Payments - Tax Free
- Parking Lot
- Barrier-Free
Toilet - Barrier-Free
COVID-19 Prevention
- Face Masks
Required - Sanitizing
Stations - Temperature
Checks - Physical
Distancing
