Local favourite · Buddhist site · Oita Prefecture, Oita Prefecture

Sofukuji

Sofukuji is a Buddhist site in Oita Prefecture, Oita Prefecture. (崇福寺)

October to March

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Best seasonOctober to March
CrowdUsually quiet

Visiting Sofukuji

Typical pattern: usually quiet; mostly local visitors. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

  • Walk clockwise around stupas and take off your shoes in prayer halls.
  • Do not point your feet at images of the Buddha.

Best time

October to March. Typical week: Mon quiet · Tue quiet · Wed quiet · Thu quiet · Fri light · Sat light · Sun light.

Places to visit near Sofukuji

All places near Beppu →

How to reach Sofukuji

Nearest towns with a guide: Beppu (2 km) · Ōita (12 km) · Hiji (14 km). Coordinates 33.26833, 131.50740. Road distances are estimates.

Frequently asked

What is the best time to visit Sofukuji?

October to March. Usually quiet; mostly local visitors.

What are the places to visit near Sofukuji?

Nearby: Takasakiyama (viewpoint, 3 km), ラクテンチ (park, 3 km), 別府市美術館 (museum, 3 km), Beppu Beach Sand Bath (beach, 6 km), 柞原八幡宮 (temple, 7 km), White Pond Hell (attraction, 8 km).

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