Temples in Gifu

Gifu Prefecture has 468 temples, including Kaō-in Temple and Rin'yō-ji Temple. Visitors can find a wide variety of spiritual sites across the prefecture.

Not sure where to start? Read our guide to the 20 best

Chōraku-ji Temple

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Chorakuji is a Rinzai Zen temple with a complex history, re-established in 1881.

Tokushō-ji Temple

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A historic Rinzai Zen temple with a relocated castle gate and rebuilt main hall.

Tōzen-ji Temple

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Tozen-ji is a historic Rinzai temple in Gifu, founded in 1611, with cultural property tombstones...

Genchō-ji Temple

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Genchoji is a Soto Zen temple founded in 1625, offering a glimpse into Japan's spiritual heritag...

Zuigen-ji Temple

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Zuigen-ji is a Soto Zen temple, rebuilt multiple times, offering a glimpse into resilient Japane...

Chōei-ji Temple

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Chōei-ji Temple is a historic Sōtō Zen temple, the second on the Ena 33 Kannon Pilgrimage.

Amida-ji Temple

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Amida-ji is a Rinzai Buddhist temple with a historic Edo period hall.

Ōbai-in Temple

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Oubai-in is a Soto Zen temple rebuilt in 1632, home to a historic painting.

Tōkō-in

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Tōkō-in is a historic Rinzai Buddhist temple with a hidden Kannon and unique fire-prevention lor...

Seiraku-ji Temple

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Seiraku-ji is a Soto Zen temple with a rich history and unique statues.

Zenrin-ji Temple

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Zenrin-ji Temple is a Soto Zen temple founded in 1634, home to historic artifacts.

Kōan-ji Temple

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Kōan-ji is a historic Sōtō Zen temple, part of a pilgrimage, founded in 1643.

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