Hualien｜Ji'an Qingxiu Temple

📍Address No. 345, Zhongxing Road, Ji'an Township, Hualien County 👉 Located on the southern side of Hualien City, this is one of Taiwan's most well-preserved Japanese-style Buddhist temples and a national third-class historic site. ⸻ 🕒Opening Hours Daily opening hours: 08:30–17:00 (Closed on Mondays) • Last admission at 16:30 • Tickets required for entry (General admission: NT$30, Discounted ticket: NT$15) • During festive periods, there are often yukata experiences and sutra copying activities. It is recommended to check in advance. ⸻ 🚍Transportation From Hualien Station or downtown: 1. Bus: • Take Hualien Bus 1121, 1122, or 1129 to "Ji'an Township Office Station," then walk about 5 minutes. • Some Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Valley Line buses also pass by. 2. Bicycle/Motorbike Rental: • Head south from downtown Hualien along Zhongshan Road or Zhongzheng Road; it takes about 15–20 minutes. • Riding along the "Ji'an Bicycle Path" is recommended for its beautiful rural scenery. 3. Driving: • Drive south along Provincial Highway 9, then turn onto Zhongxing Road in Ji'an Township. Parking is available at the temple. ⸻ ✅Reasons to Visit • Qingxiu Temple was built in 1917 during the Japanese colonial period as a Shingon Buddhist temple for spiritual solace. • Features typical Japanese temple architecture: wooden structures, pebble stone ponds, ema walls, Buddha halls, and small shrines, creating a tranquil and serene atmosphere. • Offers cultural and healing activities such as yukata experiences, sutra copying, wish-making, and handmade omamori (amulets). • Ideal for travelers who appreciate historical buildings, religious culture, and Japanese aesthetics. • A great spot for photography, peaceful walks, and experiencing Hualien's unique cultural heritage. ⸻ 📌Recommended Itinerary Plan a "Hualien South Suburb Cultural + Slow Travel" route: 1. Zhikaxuan Forest Park (about 10 minutes by car) • Perfect for families, walking, and cycling, with comfortable shaded trails. 2. Hualien Cultural Creative Park or Hualien Broadcasting Station (about 15 minutes back to downtown) • Combine cultural exhibitions, coffee, and boutique shopping for a pleasant afternoon stroll. 3. Dongdamen Night Market or Ji'an Night Market (depending on schedule) • Enjoy local Hualien delicacies for dinner, such as coffin bread, grilled mochi, and indigenous-style cuisine. 4. Pine Garden or General's Mansion 1936 (arrange before sunset) • Watch the sunset and take artsy photos, complementing a theme of touring Japanese-style old houses.