Just 60 Minutes From São Paulo, Brazil's Tallest Japanese Tower Reopens: 32 Meters High, Rare Visit, and Exclusive Boat Access

Just 60 Minutes From São Paulo, Brazil’s Tallest Japanese Tower Reopens: 32 Meters High, Rare Visit, and Exclusive Boat Access

Written by Romário Pereira de Carvalho

Published on 08/02/2026 at 17:32

Updated on 08/02/2026 at 17:37

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Reopened Only During Specific Periods, The Largest Japanese Tower in Brazil Can Be Visited by Boat at Billings Reservoir, Near the Capital, Providing Contemplation, Silence, and an Uncommon Experience

Good news for those living in Greater São Paulo and looking for an unusual outing. The Miroku Tower is once again welcoming visitors, and as this happens only during specific times of the year, the reopening draws the attention of those waiting for this rare opportunity.

A Different Outing by the Banks of Billings

Considered the largest Japanese tower in Brazil, the Miroku Tower is located by the shores of Billings Reservoir in Ribeirão Pires.

Access to the site is only permitted during high water periods, which makes the visit an exclusive experience, impossible to be done on just any date.

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Origin and Meaning of the Miroku Tower

The Luz do Oriente Temple was established in 1973, envisioned by Reverend Minoru Nakahashi of the World Messianic Church.

Despite the name, the religion is not part of Christianity. The belief originated in Japan in 1935 and centers around Meishu-Sama, known as the “Lord of Light.”

Inspired by the tower of Horyu-ji Temple, a Japanese Buddhist complex from the year 607, the Miroku Tower stands 32 meters tall with five overlapping roofs.

Each level represents parts of the sacred body and symbolizes the connection between the divine and humanity. The construction followed the traditional Japanese technique of wooden joinery, without the use of nails.

Inside, there is a prominent golden sculpture of Hinode Kannon, eight meters tall. Surrounding it are koi ponds and gardens that reinforce the sense of being in Japan.

Visitation and Access to the Site

With the rising water level of Billings Reservoir, the temple has reopened to visitors. Access is exclusively by boat, with prior scheduling through the agency Tama Turismo, as informed by the agency itself.

The cost is R$ 56 per person, with exemption for children up to five years old.

Departures occur on weekends and holidays at 9:30 AM, 10:10 AM, 10:50 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 1 PM. Boarding takes place at Tahiti Náutica Club, located at Avenida Palmira, 450, in Ribeirão Pires.

To get there, it is possible to use Line 10-Turquoise to Ribeirão Pires-Antônio Bespalec Station and then take an app taxi for about seven kilometers.

These details help plan the visit and better understand the context of the outing.

With information from São Paulo Secreto.

Just 60 Minutes From São Paulo, Brazil’s Tallest Japanese Tower Reopens: 32 Meters High, Rare Visit, and Exclusive Boat Access

Reopened Only During Specific Periods, The Largest Japanese Tower in Brazil Can Be Visited by Boat at Billings Reservoir, Near the Capital, Providing Contemplation, Silence, and an Uncommon Experience

A Different Outing by the Banks of Billings

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