Built on the 15 million year-old volcano, Horaiji Temple was founded in 703 by priest Rishu. Between November to early December, Mt. Horaiji maple festival is held and its splendid autumn leaves attracts thousands of tourists.

標高695mの山腹に建立された鳳来寺。例年11月から12月初旬にかけて美しい紅葉が見頃を迎え、多くの観光客で賑わいます。