Taiyuinbyo Mausoleum

The mausoleum is filled with a lot of sculptures worth having a look at and a leisurely visit to this place can take up to 30 minutes. Although Iemitsu could have built this mausoleum in a much grander way, he refused to as a sign of respect for his grandfather. The gates leading to the entrance of the Mausoleum is declared as a Important Cultural Property as declared by the Japanese government.

• Walk to the Mausoleum by checking out the four different types of gates in front of the mausoleum.
• Check out the different types of guardian deities that guard the mausoleum from evil spirits.
• Visit the prayer hall and marvel at the grand interior architecture of the hall, ranging from intricate designs to dragon sculptures.
• Take a guided tour to explore the premises and know more about the temple, its history and architecture.
• Visit the mausoleum of Tokugawa Iemitsu and have a look at its simple architecture and design.