Chokokuji Temple Peony Festival

Peony season at Chokokuji Temple in Sado!

Located in the Hatano area, Chokokuji Temple is an ancient temple which is an imitation of Hasedera Temple in Yamato (present-day Nara Prefecture). It is known as a temple of peonies. Elegant peony flowers burst into bloom all around the temple, along the front path to the temple and in front of the main hall. The first day of the two-day Peony Festival features an outdoor tea ceremony and a live performance of koto (a Japanese traditional, stringed, musical instrument).