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Hongwanji Yokkaichi Betsuin (Nishi Betsuin) (本願寺四日市別院（西別院）)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Enjoy local street food along the shopping street on the shrine's approach

About 15 min from the previous stop

About 45 min here

About 15 min to the next stop

Next stop: Dinner at the Nagoshi Festival food stalls, then stake out your fireworks spot

About this spot

A Jodo Shinshu branch temple in the Yokkaichi district of Usa, long cherished as a center of local faith. In a place like Usa where Shinto and Buddhism have blended deeply, its grounds carry a solemn atmosphere distinct from that of a shrine, making it well suited for a quiet visit. It's the perfect spot to spend a calm moment before the Nagoshi Festival begins.

Tips

About a 10-minute drive from the approach shopping street. When no events are taking place, you can visit quietly. Please be considerate when taking photos on the grounds.